I decided to shop for more equipment for my house, alongside new clothes and it was a nice feeling, being by myself.

I appreciated Tracy's and Sandy's companionship but the alone time gave me more comfort and ease. I stopped by the first shop that caught my eye and it was a good stop.

The shop owner and his wife were nice people and they sold everything to me at a good price too.

"You're a pretty one," Mrs Smith, the store owner's wife, cooed as she wrapped up my items.

"Thank you." I ...