Chapter 15

I couldn’t deny that some good things had come out of the time I’d spend with Val. Her parting words had spurred that discussion with Judith, and my new-found resolution to make a greater effort to be open to change. This golf night was a testament to that. Instead of pining for team sports when my rational mind knew my playing days had to come to an end sooner or later, I’d decided to turn my attention to what I could have. Events like this.

The scuffing of shoes on the asphalt walkway vaulted me back into the present. I turned to see Dora approaching with her trademark long strides. “Ready to roll?” I asked.

She shook her head. “Change in plans.” She walked to the back of the cart to grab her clubs. “Judith just showed up after all. I’m playing with her.”

“Oh,” I said, my shoulders sagging. “Guess I’ll just ride around the course on my own, then.” I tried unsuccessfully to keep from sounding melodramatic.