DAHLIA "Hello."

"Hey, girlfriend. How's it going? Are you there yet?" This was the second time she'd be calling me in ten minutes.

I laughed, pleased I had her in my life. "You asked me this ten minutes ago. He's not here yet, I guess I arrived on time. Or maybe he's late. I don't know. I'll just be here. Waiting."

"Are there any invitees there yet? Any celebrities? Hey, I saw Sophia Dollopin's name on the list. Is she there yet? My favorite actress!" Cassie all but squealed. "After you, of ...