Oh, wow. I missed this when it was posted here, but what fun! Can't tell you how many places had me giggling.
I think my favorite parts were "get a grip" and "Nothing inside? That would be disappointing."
Yeah, I hate an empty suitcase.
And this:
"You're kidding! You really don't know? Wow! Where have you been the past couple of years?"
"Ugh. Locked away. Don't get me started," I tell her, hearing the frustration in my voice.
She's quiet for a few minutes. When she finally speaks again, her voice is soft, gentle. "I'm sorry. Was it bad?"
"Lonely. Horribly lonely."
"That's too bad. Really," she says genuinely.
Oh my gosh! You wrote suitcase angst! *loves*
Lovely story. Wish I were half as inventive.
Best,
Caroline
