This pregnant waitress started her shift at work as if it were any other day for her, but she did not realize that something would happen during her day that would change her life and make her burst into tears. What possibly could have happened to this young lady? Keep reading to see how her day was made.
Struggling More Than Usual
Today was more of a struggle than usual. She had grown really big during her third trimester. She had heavy feet and an achy back, so she waddled over, collecting the bill and the dishes at the table. However, the officer had already left.
Straight To Her Manager
She couldn’t help herself and ran directly to her manager, struggling to contain her tears.
Straight To Her Manager
When she opened the folder that contained the check, there was a note that the police officer had written.
Saving For The Baby
Her head was always in the future and she wanted to be financially stable for the arrival of the baby.
Saving For The Baby
Even though Courtney Cadigan was already eight months pregnant, she continued to work the shifts that she could manage at the Lamp Post Diner.
Every Cent
Every cent would be needed for what was about to come. We all know how expensive kids are!
Every Cent
Since she was going to become a mother, she knew that it was really important to work hard and save the money that she could.
Difficult Work
Being a waiter or waitress is an extremely hard job.
Difficult Work
Many people don’t realize that these people are on their feet for hours at a time and they make really low salaries. Also, many customers don’t tip nearly enough, which doesn’t help the cause.
Not A Regular
Courtney was used to serving them, but that day there was one officer whom she didn’t recognize.
Not A Regular
Courtney was used to serving them, but that day there was one officer whom she didn’t recognize.
Not A Regular
The diner had regulars, including policemen who would come in to have a quick bite prior to the start of their shift.
Quite Surprising
Upon leaving the diner, he left a note for Courtney together with the bill.
Quite Surprising
This was quite surprising, to say the least, and she wasn’t ready for it. She had never gotten a note like this in the past.
Thoughts Racing Through Her Mind
It did not help that her relationship with her child’s father had ended badly.
Thoughts Racing Through Her Mind
It did not help that her relationship with her child’s father had ended badly.
Thoughts Racing Through Her Mind
Her due date, which was April Fools, loomed ever nearer and Courtney was worried about making ends meet.
All Alone
She now needed to face motherhood alone.
All Alone
She now needed to face motherhood alone.
All Alone
All these thoughts were running through her mind when the cop walked in and sat down in her section. She went over to bring him a menu and welcomed him to the joint.
Something Was Up
The police officers that are regulars at the diner are from the Voorhees Township Police Department, so when Courtney saw an officer whom she didn’t recognize, she knew right away that something was up.
Even Stranger
However, the encounter just became stranger from there.
Even Stranger
Courtney tried not to put meaning into it by ignoring her thoughts and approached the officer to take his order, just like she would with any other customer.
Her Worries
Courtney’s ex hadn’t made contact with her for a while, which was quite worrying.
Her Worries
She wanted him to get involved in his child’s life as much as possible in spite of their relationship not ending on the best terms.
Putting On A Smile
Let’s just say that he hadn’t really treated Courtney with the respect that she deserved.
Putting On A Smile
However, she didn’t want to worry about that now, so she smiled, pulled her pad out, and took the mysterious man’s order.
