byIn a family widely known for the longevity of their members, Patricia LeDoux set the record. The centenarian finally expired after 105 good years on the planet. It befell Bailey Quarrel, III, Esq., whose grandfather had been a close friend of Patricia, to call the living offspring together for the reading of the will.
Alas, by 10:00 am of the appointed day, only two of the three heirs—all sisters—had arrived at the lawyer’s office.
Willa, the middle sister, was pushing 78. Once a high-school English teacher, she had only semi-retired, choosing to still coach the varsity soccer team. She claimed to hold the national record for ties. She bided her time with her laptop, constructing an all-time top 25 playlist of music hits.
Daria, the youngest sister, was a mere 73. Long retired from th
