"Faye, you're a lifesaver."

I put my earring in my left ear and touch both earrings to ensure they are straight. These are my favorite earrings. They are emerald gems--

"You look great," Faye says, motioning for me to enter the restaurant.

It's an hour later, and we've arrived at the restaurant.

Faye helped me clean the water from the floor, picked out my clothes, and shoved me into the bathroom to shower and dress.

I've been rushing non-stop, trying to get to a ...