Watchful eyes

Yolanda had been a dancer herself, trained to the highest standards; her years of experience made her an excellent competition judge. She wasn’t subtle in her assessments; somehow dancers always knew how she felt about their performances.

The eyes of a master will do more work than both his hands.

Optimist or realist?

Away and on the other side of Esme and Percival, there lived Horace and his own true boon companion, Cecilia. Horace had rather counted on Esme, in much the same way that Cecilia had counted on Percival. Horace remained optimistic and devoted. Cecilia saw straight through that Dulcie creature.

The eyes believe themselves; the ears believe other people.

Unexpected delight

An unexpected surprise is in store for you.

Esme returned from vacation with a new hairstyle, a new attitude, and a new beau. He’d be joining her soon, but had sent his treasured pet and boon companion, Dulcie, ahead. Percival was smitten.

Ulterior motives

It is better to have a hen tomorrow than an egg today.

Esme’s neighbor readily agreed to take care of Percival, Esme’s treasured pet and boon companion. Had Percival been a self-reflective sort, he might have realized that the neighbor’s motives were not altogether altruistic. In any event, the nieghbor’s ignorance of basic biology saved the day (and Percival).

Please Mr. Postman

"Send me a letter, every day that we're apart!"

Chauncey was determined to fulfil his promise to Honoria. He made a new selection each day and hoped his choices were appreciated. Honoria cared for Chauncey, despite his rather literal-minded view of the things she said.

You have a charming way with words. Write a letter this week.

A well deserved break

Drysdale’s doctor told him to go on vacation. So did his dentist, his accountant, his mother, his chiropodist, his gastroenterologist, his golf pro, his assistant manager, two baristas at his local coffee shop, and the guy at the corner newsstand. When two complete strangers he met while waiting on a street corner for a traffic light to change told him the same thing, he reluctantly capitulated. He would try to do what they all recommended: he would try to “let his hair down” and relax. He wasn’t anticipating success.

Get into the spirit of the times

Cupid's Dart

Stop searching forever; happiness is just next to you.

Like Brenda and Eddie, Glenda and Freddie were still going steady since the summer of ‘75

...and buoyed by Brenda’s success, Glenda decided to borrow the serious shoes. Freddie was relieved to have the decision made for him and he was totally cool with that.