THE WINNING TICKET? WHAT A JOKE
Marissa awoke to the smell of fresh coffee and the sound of Michael Bolton’s “When a Man Loves a Woman.” David was just about to lean down to kiss her, a cup of coffee in his hand. It was early, but he had to leave for his place as Randi would be arriving within a few hours.
“I love you. I’ll call you as soon as she’s here, but call if you need me.” A sweet kiss goodbye. She didn’t want him to leave now, but he had no choice.
“I love you. See you later. Hmmm, get out before I make it impossible for you to go.”
She fell back to sleep and heard a phone ringing, thought she was dreaming, then realized it kept ringing and ringing.
“Marissa, it’s Barbara. I’m sorry to bother you, sounds as if I woke you. I’ve tried to reach David, but his phone is off. I ha
