I got up from the breakfast table at the cafe and started to make my way to the door when a woman in a window booth caught my attention. She was staring at me with what looked like questioning eyes. "Hello." I said, and waited for her question, searching my memory to a clue as to who this woman was. She was a big woman, a stranger, and she began to speak, slowly..."where have you been?" I looked blankly at her. "Your face, it is so red. Where have you been to get that sunburn?"
I've heard this question many times in my life. I am red. I have sensative skin. What can I say?
"Hawaii."
"Oh fun. How neat, Hawaii."
"It was absolutely beautiful there, mam. If you get a chance you should visit. Enjoy the rest of your breakfast now."
I say to my brother when we get outside, as he is looking at me with a smile, "It's just easier that way."
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Sometimes I like to do that too; it's fun!
:)
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