Thanks for posting these together <g>

There was a lot to like in this. Again, great phrasing:

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The sun refused to melt the ice that had frozen Lois to her spot.
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Her eyes turned back to where her vision had clearly committed treason.
goofy

I love how the ending parallels the beginning.

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Love of matrimonial proportions.
The two-word note at the end was just perfect.

So... when are you writing the next one? smile

PJ
p.s., it's "past" not "passed" smile