Page 27 - The Letter By Ann Newhouse
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‘I would be delighted’, I replied a little flustered at the friendliness of it all. Then I felt a tear escape and slide down my cheek, remembering last Christmas with Tony. I excused myself and went to the bathroom to pull myself together, hoping no one noticed.
Because it was a cash sale, we closed on the cottage in a couple of weeks. The builders took a little longer.
I kept myself busy, only taking time out on Christmas day to have dinner and some festive fun with Penny and Paul. Although the bar was closed they had neighbours coming and going all day. I felt very comfortable with Penny and Paul it was almost like they were family. Paul even came to view the cottage and to give his approval of the work I had done.
My first night in the cottage I was nervous. I missed the sound of voices and the sound of people going about their lives. Although the village was quiet there was always people about.
My first night in the cottage, Paul called to check if I was all right. I made a point of promising to call first thing in the morning. I was taken back at his kindness and concern.


































































































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