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It’s a commotion at Rosie’s. Just arrived, she pushes me to the bathroom. Like the good fairy, the godmother of Cinderella, she takes things in hand to make me a princess and this evening, a memorable event. Decidedly, I received more consideration today than in the last twenty years. Under the jets of hot water, I’m in a state. The stress starts to mount. Do you realise? I’m going out. It feels like a first date. Even though we won’t be alone and he’s not available, Jacky asked me out. OUT: a word that has never been part of my vocabulary. Of course, I’ve been out many times for… the garbage cans, the postman’s New Year’s gifts, work, gardening or for a medical appointment, but never for fun. Tonight is a big first but by the way… Oh, my God, what am I going to wear? “Rosiiiiiiie!” I sc
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