The next evening, I came home and changed out of my work clothes. It was warm out so I chose a lightweight sun dress and sandals. It would be comfortable as well as easy to get off and on when it came time to shift. I was pulling the strap onto my right heal as someone knocked on my door. I lifted my left foot and slipped that strap up before answering the door. As I approached, I picked up the scent of toasted almonds. That’s Gabriel’s scent.
“I’ll be right there.” I didn’t bother to shout, he’d hear me without raising my voice. I grabbed my purse, making sure my PCD and a couple of the canned shakes were inside before opening the door and stepping out to join Gabriel. Closing the door, I smiled. “Perfect timing. I was just pulling my shoes on. Ready?”
“Great, let’s go!” he smiled then
