Guests were pouring in, it was seven sharp and the DJ was playing a nice mix of songs. The lights they had hung were muted by the daylight but soon the sky would darken and they would twinkle radiantly. It was altogether lovely despite Kimberli still longing for John. She couldn't believe how his words had affected her during their over-the-phone romp. She imagined only he could make her come with just a word. Though she wanted to mope, she knew John was doing his best to convey his desire for her to have a good time. Furthermore, she did have John's surprise gift to look forward to, which had her mind spinning with all the possibilities.
Last year, he had gifted her a trip to Maui, and the year prior they had spent time in Rome. So what was it, another expensive vacation? Yet, his last
