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After leaving Laura Dailey’s café, Jess wandered over
to the thrift shop. The bell tinkled as she opened the door.
Giselle Davenport called out, “Who’s there?”
Jess forgot her friend who ran the place was legally
blind. “It’s me, Jess.”
“You picked the perfect day to stop by. We got new
donations. Great dresses. In your size, too. Come on.”
Last thing Jess had money for was a new dress, even if
it was second-hand.
“I’m just looking,” Jess said, shuffling through the colorful
garments. An ice-blue sleeveless number caught her eye.
“Try it on.”
Jess shook her head. She never tried on anything she
couldn’t buy. Saved a lot of time that way. Unable to resist, she checked the
price tag. Fifteen dollars. She figured the dress must have sold for two
hundred bucks brand new. She knew she only had three dollars. Jess sighed.
“Could we trade?” Giselle asked.
“Trade?”
“Yeah. Could you take me grocery shopping?”
“Sure. I’m picking up groceries for Ralph Manning
tomorrow. Can you go then?”
Giselle placed her hand on Jess’s arm. “Only if you
let me give you something in exchange.”
“Don’t be silly. I’m going anyway.”
“Not doing it unless you take something.”
“What did you have in mind?”
“That blue dress.”
Jess’s pulse jumped.
“Go. Try it on.
The garment fit like it was made for her.
“Okay. It’s a deal,” Jess said. “Thank you.” She
hugged her friend. “I’ll be by at ten. Does that work for you?”
“Perfect. I’ll be ready,” Giselle said, wrapping the
dress in tissue and placing it in a bag. Jess picked up the bag. If only she
was dating someone, anyone. With a sigh she pushed through the door, making the
bell tinkle. At least she had the dress, just in case.
I bet she ends up dating someone quite soon! Great snippet.
ReplyDeleteLove this. Bartering is a great way to do business as it preserves everyone's dignity. Wonderful snippet.
ReplyDeleteI love their friendship and their willingness to be there for the other. Great job!
ReplyDeleteThis gave me such a warm, happy feeling. I'm so glad she got the ice blue dress and wish trades worked more often in society.
ReplyDeletelovely. Very nice use of the picture and sweet post about two friends.
ReplyDeleteI have a feeling that beautiful dress is going to find a useful purpose! Lovely snippet.
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