To celebrate the blooming of the District of Columbia cherry trees, Ellen offered cherry brandy to her guest.Suzan found the liqueur smooth, inviting and pleasing just as she found Ellen-in a long, sleeveless dress of cherry-red -inviting and captivating.Red seemed to be her color, a vibrant compliment to her fair skin and hair.

"Let me show you my Cézanne," Ellen announced with a pleased smile."I have it hanging in my bedroom."

"I'd love to see it."Suzan followed her ...