The sun had risen hours ago, but Darlene was just getting up. She hadn’t slept this late in months! Actually, she couldn’t remember when she’d ever slept this late, but it was April 16th. She’d earned this. Last night had been hectic as several people had come in at the last minute to file forgotten taxes. She’d doubled her prices on the last day and had made herself a bundle. Now maybe she’d go to Florida for a week and bask in the sun. She’d have to double check the dates before she booked anything, though, to make sure she wasn’t there during spring break. The last thing she needed was to share the surf with a bunch of college kids. Maybe she’d see if Sandy wanted to go with her. It was always nicer to have a friend along, but then, maybe she needed the solitude. It had been a grinding
