He stood and went to read my pin as I approached. “America, is it?” he said, a smile playing on his lips. “Yes, it is. And I know I’ve heard your name before, but could you remind me?

I should have proposed that night in your room." "I should have let you.

When we died, no one would know, and that fraction of a moment that was so important to who we were would be gone.

We danced. Remember? I was so proud to have you there, in my arms,in front of other people. Even if you did look like you were having a seizure.

How did thie person-someone I'd imagined would be my polar opposite-always seem to find the things that would make me the happiest?

Just head over to the risers, Lady America," she said. "You may sit anywhere you like. So you know, most of the girls have already claimed the front row." She looked sorry for me, as if she were delivering bad news. "Oh, thank you," I said, and went happily to take a seat in the back.

I had to stop myself from laughing. Who needs help taking a pill?