Silvery leaves shimmered in the distance. Snow, like a white fluffy blanket covered the expansive grounds below. Julian had invited her to go for a walk with him before dinner but, she had declined. She disliked the cold and much preferred to be there in the library where it was nice and warm. Julian was such a wonderful …
At the Pub With Boris
Tulia was waiting in the lobby for Boris when he got there. She smiled when she saw him. "Hi." "Hi." He held the door open for her and they stepped went outside into the crisp night air. The pub was a ten minute walk from where they lived. It was as lively as usual. They …
Tulia’s Invitation
"Thanks for lunch, Boris," Tulia said when they were standing outside of the restaurant. Lunch with her had been very pleasant and it had helped him to forget about Cate for a while. "You're welcome," he said quietly. "Am I forgiven?" "Of course." "I returned the engagement ring this morning, you know." "Oh. That must …
Boris On the Rebound
"Boris?" I glanced up and was startled to see my neighbor, Tulia standing there. I hadn't heard her because I was so deep in thought. I was still reeling from the shock of Cate breaking off our engagement. The ring was in my pants pocket. I longed to throw it away but it was expensive. …
I’m Ready
It was Sunday evening. I was on my way to meet Janelle. I was looking forward to seeing her again. Since meeting her at the pub last night, she has been on my mind constantly. This morning, I called my mother and told her about going to the pub and meeting Janelle. "I'm so relieved …
Laughing Again
It's Saturday night and I'm at a pub with my friends, Ronald and his wife, Juanita. We are having a great time. I haven't laughed in a long time--not since I learned that Pamela was really my sister or since she died. It felt good to be with people I cared about again and to …
Notes to Women 