24
SUNRISE
I awoke to a silent house and wondered what time it was because of the blacked out windows and feeble light from the one night light plugged in the Xantrec unit in the other room.
I dug my watch out and looked at the time, 5.30. I am not a morning person but I was anxious to get home.
I thought how often it was so easy if you wanted coffee you just cut the stove on. Well that is not happening here, Sherry had an electric range.
I went to Sherrie’s bedroom and called softly to her, “Sherry, Sherry…”
“Hey, David, what time is it?” She replied not bothering to open her eyes.
“Its early, I am taking off.” I said just wishing to say good bye.
“Hang on I will get up, let’s have coffee before you go.” she said starting to sit up.
“Ok, I will wait on you in the b
