It was nice being recognized in fine restaurants and stores and receiving deferential treatment.It was nice being recognized in fine restaurants and stores and receiving deferential treatment. It filled her with a snobbish pride to see maitre-d's and store managers so eager to kiss up to her! When she met with Louise for lunch on Friday the older woman's attitude toward her seemed somehow different. Almost like she was amused with her. "How did your session with Doctor Kinder go?" "Oh, it was wonderful! You really ought to try it Louise. If for nothing else than the relaxing feeling when you leave his office. Honestly, it was better than a full-body massage!" Louise sipped her tea and continued looking amused while Jillian raved about her experience. "And I actually haven't even WANTED a cigarette since I left his office! I drink ten glasses of water a day, but the running to the bathroom is pretty good exercise too!" "That's nice, Jillian. I'm so glad that I was able to help. Will you see Doctor Kinder again?" "Yes, I have another appointment on Wednesday for a `refresher'. |