she came in from the rain, walking in the hills

for hours. they come most sundays, some all legs

and boots.

very wet.

left her gear outside, still had her coat on. where

are the toilets. i told her.

I have to go outside?

yes.

she complained.

it is raining.i shall get wet!

yes.

she has been before and had observed that she felt too old for this.

i smiled at her with fondness.

sbm.