The Tower Room

[GoddessOfSouls]

slipping quietly in

slipping in, watching Carrie as she sleeps so very peacefully
the smile that caresses her lips, tells all, she sleep and dreams sweetly, wrapped in magic's warm embrace, she soars far.
checking to see that she is warm and settled before I depart for my day~~chucking to myself~~ nothing to worry about here I see that Bedazzler has thought of everything already
bending I leave a Kiss upon Carries cheek whispering enjoy your grand adventure sweet one

 

[Bedazzler]

~ high on their perch above the Tower Room Oberon and Onyx stir in their sleep ~ each with one eye open ~ they sense someone besides the Bedazzler has entered the chamber where their charge sleeps ~ eyes whirling ~ trumpeting their concerns ~ eventually they settle ~ again, resting, but ever watchful ~

 

[BooMerengue]

Waving at the Dragons so they know I'm harmless...ooops Carrie... I didn't know you were sleeping ... just wanted to peek in and see what all the murmurs were about...this IS a pretty cool place- I loved the description of this room...looking at the lamp... do I dare?? hhmmmm... yeahhhhh...

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Okay!! Okay!!
Sorry Carrie- Puff says that I better get out of here ...she usually knows what shes talking about... gonna leave you a note tho... just cuz you're so hard to catch up to...

 

[Bedazzler]

~ stomping the snow off my boots ~ shaking my cape out in front of the fire ~ being careful not to awaken Carrie ~ whistling a soft tune ~ and my little friends appear ~

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~ hello my little Guardians! ~ yes it was a long trip but I am returned ~ we have duties ~ listen closely ~ whisperingwhisperingwhispering

~ now hurry ~ before Carrie wakes up !

 

[Bedazzler]

~ Of all the things that make a person what or who they are
of all the wishes sent up to Me on the Evening Star__

the saddest are the weaknesses that born of human greed
prevail against the common sense and now their voices plead

souls become beguiled by the images they crave
straying from the path which their own destiny engraved

and now they beg the goddesses or gods of their belief
to rescue them; to bring them back; to grant them some relief

how weary is the thankless role of us Immortal Ones
to serve, to mend, to give, to render Justice be undone

a heavy sigh a knowing smile; the granting of a boon
and then I go adragonback and hide behind the Moon ~

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[carrie-on]

I lay quietly in the bed,surrounded by coverlets,warm and content.
I have been thinking about the wonderful flight that Bedazzler and I went on last night! Was it a dream?
Climbing out of bed...I see the riding clothes I had been wearing,laying on the stool at the bottom of the bed.
It wasn't a dream,I know that now! Smiling to myself as I remember flying over Australia and wondering where Dragonette's Lair was..and where so many of my Aussie friends are.
The Northern Lights! I have never seen them so bright!
I blush as I remember how the winds blew my blouse open. I want him to see me,to touch me..but I'm not really sure if I'm ready for this adventure.
Walking to the table,I see my Journal and Pen laying there. I reach for a glass of water sitting on the table and while drinking, I open it and read a note from Bedazzler,telling me that he will be back this evening.
Looking around,I see an armoire and walk over to it,opening it to find some beautiful dresses,made just for me. Jewel-tones,soft silks and velvets! I decide to wear a blue velvet one with silver sequins,pulling it out and laying it on the bed. I turn to the armoire and open the drawers,pulling out a a pair of Thigh High stockings.
Rubbing the lamp that he mentioned in the note and thinking of a wonderful hot bath...the tub appears again. I touch the tub and think of what scents I want in the water ..MMM lavender and amber. The air instantly smells sensuous as the steam rises. I drop my nightgown to the floor and climb into the bath,sliding down under the oil-scented water and sighing contentedly.
Looking out the window at the cloudless skies,the stars twinkling and the almost full moon coming into view as it rises.
I could stay here all night! All I have to do is wish for the water to be warmer and it does so on it's own,so I don't have to worry about it getting cold!
I think I heard Bedazzler enter the outer rooms earlier,but He must be busy with other things and doesn't want to wake me.
Climbing out of the tub,I reach for a warmed towel and begin blotting the water from my skin. The oils from the water lingering on my body make me heady.I sit to finish drying off and reach for my stockings and underthings. Pulling them over my legs slowly and then standing to adjust my stockings,then stepping into the tap pants,pulling them over my hips and adjusting them so the seams sit perfectly. The chemiseI pull over my head and lower it over my breasts,letting it drape over them,my nipples hardening as the silk rubs them. I step to the bed and pick up my dress,stepping into it and pulling it up over my shoulders. MMMM looking in the mirror I see myself as I hope Bedazzler does...beautiful and sexy.
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Am I ready for this? I reach for the door to the outer room and open it...

 

[Bedazzler]

~ rising from my stool by the fire I watch Carrie walk towards me ~ I stretch out my hand and say Hello Carrie ~ I am a friend of your Bedazzler ~ some call me the Evening Star ~ I hope my singing hasn't bothered you ~ I was to wait here and help you get ready for this evening ~ but I see you've done very well ~ looking down at the sound of scampering feet ~ laughing ~ I'm afraid my little friends are shy ~ pay them no mind ~ if you'll come with me I will take you where you want to go ~ and with that Carrie places her hand in Evening Stars and feels an incredible rush ~ as if she were hurtling through space and time ~ colors and sounds coming at her and receding ~ floating in a heartbreakingly beautiful bath of light and sound and knowing instinctively this was only a fraction of what heaven would be like ~ and then a soft landing ~ in an incredible garden ~ a garden as old as gardening itself with ancient and beautiful flowers and vines alive and shimmering ~ and watching her! ~ instead of being afraid Carrie found herself laughing with delight ~ as only a child could ~ and turning to speak she found she was alone ~ glancing up she saw an incredibly white light streak part way across the sky and loop and go the other way ~

~ at the very moment Carrie began to wonder what to do a beautiful girl in simple clothing appeared at the end of the path and beckoned ~ Carrie almost felt as though she had slipped into Jayne Eyre's world ~ she followed the girl and as she emerged from the first leafy enclosure realized she was indeed in an area that must be England ~ the moors and the mist stretched out before her ~ and as she turned the mist parted a bit and she saw her Bedazzler ~ sitting in a chair and smiling at her ~ he rose as she began to walk towards him ~

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[Bedazzler]

~ the two sit and enjoy the scenery ~ Carrie notices a house in the distance ~
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Andreas sees her looking and tells her the house has been a resting place for the Immortal Ones for centuries ~ I thought you might like to get away from the Tower Room for awhile ~ I was afraid you might be feeling cooped up ~ I am aware of your love of the water and open spaces ~

~ Is there anything I can get you ~ are you hungry ~ laughing ~ are you bursting with questions ~ or what is it you would really like to do ~

 

[carrie-on]

After landing in the beautiful gardens..I look down at my clothes to see that once again,I was wearing something different. My dress was still blue with sequins but it was suited more to a period of time when women dressed more modestly. The skirt of my dress was fuller and longer,it had a bustle,long sleeves and a bit of lace covering up my breasts,that I believe is called a jabot.
Andreas looks so handsome in his evening suit.
"Yes I am hungry...I slept long and hard and did not eat when I woke up,only bathed and dressed,because I was eager to see you." Turning to look at the house,I think of how beautiful it looks and I am looking forward to seeing it up close.
Andreas takes my arm and we begin walking along the path to the house. There is a large black dog in the driveway,watching us,tail wagging and when we get closer,Andreas whistled and the dog came bounding up to us. Andreas kneels to pet and hug the huge dog,and looks up at me smiling,"This is Coal...he is called that because his fur is the same color as the coal we use to heat the house with. He has been a faithful friend throughout these long years." The dog runs around with such exuberance that I find it hard to believe that he is not a puppy or at least not far from being one. We continue toward the house,Andreas showing me the flower beds and fountains along the way. As we enter,I feel a cool breeze blow through my hair and wonder what is going to happen to me now.

 

[BooMerengue]

Carriee... whispering... are you okay?? Glancing around and noticing the silence I leave her a note ...

 

[Bedazzler]

~ I smile and send a message to Carrie ~ nothing will happen that you don’t want ~ she turns to me as we enter the great hall ~ and softly says “I know” ~ she looks around at her surroundings ~ and stops ~

~ this hall is the oldest part of the house ~ built around 1100 AD as an outpost against invaders ~ there are only two windows ~ both facing inland ~ towards the gardens ~ they show the 4 foot thick walls off by being wrapped in old wide oaken boards that match those of the floors and overhead beams ~ now the casements are made into cozy little nooks pillowed for reading ~ two walls are bare stone ~ the centerpiece on the end wall is a fireplace six grown men could stand tall in with outstretched arms ~ a huge tree trunk burned there now tho it was a low fire ~ the heat given off was just enough to light the room and ward off the dampness ~ the side wall is also bare stone ~ decorated with gleaming shields and arms of the many Lords who have called this place home ~ and high up on the wall are four openings ~ called arrow slits or cannon ports ~ narrow tall slits that allowed arrows to be shot out but none to enter ~ the scent of the ocean blew gently through these openings ~ reminding one of the closeness of the ocean ~

~ down the center of this room was an ancient trestle table ~ worn smooth and round edged from the generations of fighting men and their families and retainers who had quartered here in time of need ~ around the table were chairs ~ unmatched but all made for the big men who had sat in them ~ now softly cushioned in silks and damasks of every hue ~ candles placed casually down the twenty foot length of the table gave off a warm glow gleaming off the pewter dishes awaiting the feast to begin~

~Andreas took Carrie by the hand and bowing, murmured “milady, will you dine with me this night? ~ Carrie smiled and slowly curtseying, replied with an impish twinkle ~ “Yes, milord ~ lead the way ~

 

[carrie-on]

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Looking out of the turrets at the gardens below..I see a purple unicorn running in circles. Turning to Andreas, I ask,"Is that a real unicorn or is it just part of the spell over this castle?" He looks past my shoulder and replies,"Carrie,Yes it is a real unicorn. Remember? I told you that anything is possible in the magical realm."
We turn to sit down at the long table and the lids begin rising from the pewter dishes.lovely smells emanating from them. Chicken and Beef,all sorts of vegetables,common ones like corn and peas but also uncommon ones,like kohlrabi and rutabega. Everything looks so delicious,but before we get our plates filled,a dove flies in the window and drops something in Andreas' lap.http://www.gifs.net/animate/dover.gif
It is a letter sealed with red wax and when he opens it,his face turns white.
"I'm sorry,Carrie...this evening must come to an end. I have an urgent matter that needs taken care of immediately!"
With a flash and a flourish,I am back in the Tower Room and Andreas is gone.

 

[Bedazzler]

~ with dragging steps I enter the Tower Room ~ so quietly Carrie doesn’t notice me ~ in a silent flash I am kneeling behind her ~ she sits staring into the flames ~ her journal opened to an empty page ~ her hand still in her lap ~ still dressed in the gown of our dream ~

~ Carrie, I whisper ~ it is all going to be all right ~ be at rest ~

~ Startled, Carrie turns to me ~ a question in her eyes ~

~ I sit beside her ~ I, too, still in the clothes of our dream ~ and in the guise ~ if Carrie were too look on my true visage now it would be a horror for her ~ I have sad news to share, Carrie ~ a Great Dragon ~ Themaryb ~ one of the truly old ones ~ has passed from this realm ~

~ Gasping, Carrie reaches for me as I rest my head on my crossed knees ~ I will let her comfort me ~ though for an Immortal One no comfort can ease the pain we sometimes must bear ~

~ Through the opened windows Carrie hears the trumpeting of dragons ~ many dragons ~ and looks questioningly at me ~ Yes ~ that is Oberon and some of his line ~ they are gathering on the Heights for Themaryb was the oldest in Oberon’s line ~ a line of White Dragons reaching back to what you call the Garden of Eden ~ little did I know when I showed you the Hanging Gardens that I would be returning there so soon ~

~ Carrie ~ in my leather pouch is an earthen bottle with a bit of wine in it ~ would you warm it over the fire for me while I rest a moment here by the fire ~

~ Carrie nods and rises gracefully ~ reaching for Andreas’ travel bag ~ as she passes the open window she pauses ~ a sight like no other filling the sky ~ arriving as if riding the last beams of the sun are dragons ~ White Dragons ~ Oberon’s family ~ watching and listening ~ tears fill Carries eyes~

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[Bedazzler]

~ I know not how long I slept ~ I must be bedazzled myself for I awoke naked in the bed ~ Carrie sitting on a stool watching the dragons ~ the room lit by only a few candles ~ there will be an eclipse of the moon tonight ~ always when a Dragon passes through the Portals of Time the Universe itself tilts just a little more ~

~ I sit up in the bed and softly call to Carrie ~ she turns and approaches the bed with a mug of cool water ~ I pat the bed and she climbs up and settles at the foot ~

~ Time is different for me than it is for you Carrie ~ I hope you can understand what I’m about to tell you ~

~ You know now that dragons can go back in time when they wish ~ when all the dragons left in the world have been made known of Themaryb’s passing they will all meet at Her birthplace a span of time before she passes ~ thus they will be able to say their goodbyes in a timely fashion ~

~ I, and the Other Immortal Ones here on Earth, will also gather there ~

~ It is not a place for humans ~ I will tell you why when I return ~ but because of your affinity I will be able to send you images ~

~ Something else happened that we need to speak of before I go ~ when we were at dinner the awe in which you beheld the unicorns was so beautiful ~ but I think maybe you have not yet come to terms with what is happening to you ~ and it is that tiny grain of doubt that sent you spinning back here ~

~ I want you to write of these things ~ putting your thoughts down on paper helps many humans discern what is really in their hearts ~ take your time ~ be truthful ~ and we shall discover you anew when I return ~

~ With that Andreas rose from the bed ~ his youthful body glowing in the firelight ~ as he turned toward Carrie he was transformed ~ wrapped in a thick dark traveling cloak ~ and fully dressed in riding clothes ~ he bent and kissed Carrie on the forhead ~ stepped to the window ~ looked back once ~ and was gone ~

 

[Bedazzler]

~ My heart heavy with sadness and dread I look into the night ~ Oberon will serve no human any longer ~ as I step out on to the ledge I see Onyx waiting for me ~

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~ Our trip will be arduous ~ as we rise into the night sky I see the other dragons ~ all come to escort Oberon ~ lift their wings and rise into the night sky ~

 

[Bedazzler]

~ Onyx and I arrive before dawn at the Gathering Place ~ it is here ~ in the lush Tigris and Euphrates valley ~ that dragons came into being ~ born of need and as symbols of all that is good and evil in this world ~ I look around as I dismount ~ the crags and valley are filled with dragons from every land ~ many are known to me from times past ~ yet I cannot but notice how the numbers are dwindling ~ for too long has it been the passion of so called heroes to slay a dragon ~ when will humans realize the dragons they must slay are in their own hearts ~ not these lovely beasts who are here only for the good of humanity ~

~ Close by I hear a familiar rumble and see Nybor ~ a young Blue who has aligned with a young woman from Carries time ~ SweetbabyLee ~ I nod in greeting ~
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~ I must find the Others ~ and hear the details of Themaryb's passing ~

 

[Bedazzler]

~ As I walk towards the center of the Meeting Place I hear more and more the anger and deep sadness surrounding me ~ in the East the sky is brightening and the sky is full of the glitter and sparkle of the dragons gathering from many lands ~ I see familiar faces ~ Decai ~ another tiny red ~ Rentton ~ an old gleaming Black ~ a dear friend of mine ~ whom I haven't seen in many centuries ~ his nest mate Liph ~ a rare Brown ~ and flashing into view ~ http://publish.hometown.aol.com/notforhire/images/nyelev.jpg

~ smiling I see Nyelev ~ known as Puff to her Friend, BooMerengue and with her a striking IceBlue female ~ Silalon ~ nest mate to Nybor ~ the two of them showing off even on so serious an occasion ~ http://publish.hometown.aol.com/notforhire/images/silalon.jpg

~ my smile fades quickly, however, as I approach the center of the Meeting ~ I see Onyx and Oberon surrounded and I find a rocky ledge to sit down and watch ~ and wait ~

 

[sweet baby lee]

nybor........nnnnnnyyyyyyyyybborrrrrrrrrr

calling out in the dark for my dragon i call blue......gone!!!....away with silalon......to a gathereing of dragons....dark secrets they hold.......not for my mortal ears to hear.......nybor is so young a dragon.......please be safe blue..........rolling over in my bed.....sobbing

 

[Bedazzler]

~ Dawn is approaching ~ a faint thin line in the East ~ there is much to be accomplished ~ I see Onyx soar upwards in a rush of wings ~ and surprisingly I see Nybor follow ~ A voice speaks to my head and to my heart ~ Immortal One ~ my old friend ~ Onyx is quite capable of doing his task ~ but in his own wisdom ~ and with my blessing ~ he asked Nybor to accompany him ~ She is a Blue of very old lineage and great serenity ~ she will help to balance ~ and to insure that the human arrives back here to accept his fate ~

~It is a tricky thing though ~ this playing with time ~ the dragons must arrive after Themaryb is struck ~ and they must be back here with the guilty human in time for Council well before Themaryb arrives here ~ Onyx and Nybor are well chosen for this task ~ Now we wait ~

~ Glancing around I sense the tension ~ the hills and crags above me are covered with Dragons ~ and the sky is full ~ all had fed before coming so the peace of this great valley was assured ~ the trumpeting has stopped ~ but the mourning cries continue ~

~ Suddenly ~ with a great trumpet call Onyx bursts into the sky above us ~ Nybor close behind ~ and the two great dragons settle gently at Oberons feet ~ Dragon Slayer firmly gripped in Onyx's clawed foot ~ a silence settles over the valley ~

~ Oberon steps forward ~ Hear me Human and hear me well ~ this day you are to be executed in exchange for the life you took ~ not only from us but from your own kind as well ~

~ as Onyx holds you in his grip he shares his Affinity with you ~ as we wait you will see in your mind the great life and great deeds performed by Themaryb ~ you will not die without knowing full well all that you have destroyed ~

~ The human struggled but a bit and as a hush fell over all who gathered the humans mind was laid open to all ~ at first anger and arrogance flared red ~ slowly a sense of awe and wonder spread thru the man as he lived at lightning speed all that Themaryb had been and done ~ as time passed he struggled less and less until finally he was brought to great sobbing tears and cries ~ he begged for forgiveness ~ at this a terrible trumpet resounded across the land and the human spirit was defeated ~ Oberon then said ~ Human ~ you will be granted another life in time ~ unlike us Dragons who are each granted but one ~ live your next one well ~ for only in that will you find redemption ~ and with that he turned and Onyx rose once again ~ flying low he gently soared into an opening in the mountain side hidden til now by the darkness and shadows ~ the two disappeared inside ~

The silent crowd waited and soon the cry of the human was heard by all ~ The dragon slayer was dead ~

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~ Now all eyes turned to the East ~ awaiting the arrival of Themaryb ~ slowly the sun began to rise on a new day ~

 

[Bedazzler]

Nybor speaks...

Hush, Little One ~ rest well ~ I am with you and hear you always ~ I have been given a great honor and a solemn task today and I served Oberon well ~ I am well ~ I am awaiting Themaryb's arrival ~ it is indeed a sad day for all the world ~ I will return to you soon ~ and instantly should you have need of me ~ sleep now and be refreshed ~

 

[Bedazzler]

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~ so slowly did Themaryb come over the hill that no one noticed at first ~ Her magnificent size and presence again struck me with awe ~ knowing that She had come here to die was almost too much to bear ~ even for an Immortal One ~

~ a terrible keening wail began to fill the air as one by one the gathered dragons saw her standing on a rise ~ some ~ in their anger ~ rose into the sky and flames filled the air ~ Oberon and the rest of Themaryb's line went to stand beside Her as She gently laid down ~ gathering Her strength ~ after the Whites came the oldest Dragons of every color ~ those who had been with Her the longest ~ finally the Immortal Ones were allowed to approach ~

~ I was shocked upon seeing her ~ Her gleaming white scales were fading fast ~ Her cobalt blue eyes no longer whirled ~ the wound was terrible ~ the bullet managed to pierce the scales and passed her heart but striking a major vessel ~ She was bleeding profusely and there was no magic to work to fix this ~

~ when my turn came I approached and knelt by Her head ~ now resting on her legs ~ whispering to her ~ Themaryb ~ You take a part of me with You ~ all that I can do for you now is Thank You ~ on the behalf of all the Gods and Goddesses and all of Humankind ~ You're deeds are Legend ~ You're work fruitful ~ You are truly the Best Of Your Kind ~ Rest well, My Beloved ~ You have earned it ~ with those words I touched Her breast where Her heart still beat but faintly and allowed my tears to symbolicly wash her ~ as did all the others who came to say good bye and then slowly moved on ~ making way for the hundreds that followed ~

~ Her strength kept her alive long enough for even the youngest to bid her farewell ~ but as the Sun came full in the sky Themaryb closed Her eyes for the last time ~ and left this world from the same spot where she had entered ~ long before the human's Adam and Eve ever entered this Garden ~

~ A deathly silence came over the throng as the realization of Her passing spread ~ all eyes turned to the West and watched as her Spirit left us forever ~ as we watched Her spirit passed between the mountain pass ~ and then she was gone ~

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[The_Dragon_Tamer]

I look around and not seeing the Key I struggle up many curving flights of stairs my wound causing distress I try to push open the overhead door (its a trap door up into the tower) it won't budge I listen and hear no sound...

 

[The_Dragon_Tamer]

turning slowly...I make my way back down to the bar. I wanted to see if Bedazzler had another bag of numbweed perhaps I will see him soon.

 

[carrie-on]

After sitting here for what seems like forever,I decide to write in the journal that Andreas has left for me!

Watching Andreas fly away on Onyx, I feel a great sadness in the world right now. Maybe all this time,the dragons have always been here but I never noticed them too much. Only after I met Dragonette have I become acquainted with them at all but now that Bedazzled has introduced me to Oberon and Onyx and flown me around the world and the ages,have I become aware of how enchanting they are.
Despite what Andreas has said about how immortals don't "turn white", I know what I saw when he got the message about Themaryb. He was very shaken by the news. It hurt me to see the pain on his face and in his eyes. I understand why he couldn't take me with him as I'm not an Immortal,so I will be here when he comes back.
I keep getting flashes of what is happening where Andreas is. Many Dragons of all colors,even a few I recognize,Baby Blue,Puff,a few others. I see Onyx and Nybor flying away but returning very soon with a man,a human who is the one that killed Themaryb. He looks terrified at first but then I can see a sense of awe come over his face. What is happening to him? What is he seeing in his mind? Now he looks very anguished and seems to be begging for some reason. I can see what is going on but I can't hear it! Onyx is flying away with him again as the pictures in my mind fade away.
I wonder what is happening now but know that I will find out more when Andreas comes back.
I heard someone come up to the Tower awhile ago and try the trapdoor,but was too engrossed in the visions that I was having,to get up and go unhook the latch.
Please hurry back Andreas!

Closing the book,I rise to get dressed in modern day clothes and return to RL!

 

[carrie-on]

Throwing my clothes in the basket and pulling a sheer gown over my head, I wander around the tower,looking at the many artifacts of the ages that are here. Wall hangings in glorious colors,armor and weaponry. There are many candles of all shapes and sizes, which light magically when I touch them. They are on the tables and in sconces on the walls. Are they really lit by fire?
Over on the big table near the fireplace is a globe. I pull a chair to the table and sit, idly spinning the globe. I notice that it glows where Iraq is supposed to be,but when I look closer it says Hanging Gardens. Is it glowing because the Dragons are meeting there or is it glowing because that's where Andreas is? I will have to watch this wonderful globe to find out it's magic.http://www.dannick.com/globes/graphics/13/3leggold_sm.jpg
Laying on the chaise with the globe by my side, I lay looking out the window at the wintry weather...bedazzled by the twirling flakes, I fall asleep...