THE DAY WAS IDEAL FOR Vanessa's plan to show Emma Jane the best the city had to offer. They started at the wharf, enjoying the sun and the sound of the seagulls. Vanessa found herself sitting quietly with Emma Jane, staring out at the water with a feeling of peace that she'd been missing over the previous few years. Something about the calmness of this woman made her feel less rushed, reducing the gale force winds inside her to a gentle breeze. She watched Emma Jane's face closely as she showed her the sights, knowing Emma Jane couldn't see them the way others did, but observing her appreciation of the smells, sounds, and sensations. Vanessa was enjoying herself in a way she hadn't before, even though she'd seen the same sights many times. Now as they sat, she could feel the warmth of the
