08 June 2026

Rather Unseasonal for June

"What is that patter on the roof," she asked.

He stroked his beard then said, "Probably just the rain, dear."

"Oh," she nodded. And then instantly wondered whether this was yet another slip, him revealing yet again his secret life. Then again, she had never before been with a man who wore so much red and rather than chuckle or laugh actually "ho-ho-ho'ed," or was so generous with gifts.

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