Chance of Rain

Lucy Dotson sat at the window, gazing out at the sky. Clouds were off in the distance and she sighed. Tuning back, she came face to face with her roommate, Sue Thomas.

“What’s wrong?” The blonde smiled at her friend’s pensive look.

“Oh, I don’t know.”

Sue placed a hand on her friend’s shoulder. “Luce. It’s written on your face.”

“I think I’m in love but I’m not sure.” Dark eyes looked joyful and yet sad at the same time.

“Come. Sit with me.”

The pair went to the couch and made themselves comfortable. Sue sat with her back to the arm of the couch while Lucy hugged a pillow to her chest for security.

“I know you, my friend. What’s really on your heart?”

Tears formed in the corners of her eyes. “I’m scared. I’m scared it might not work out.”

“Oh, Lucy,” Sue whispered.

“I mean, I love Albert. He’s charming, intelligent and,” she grinned her megawatt grin, “handsome as all get out. But…”

“But?”

“We’re different. I’m an indoor person. He’s an outdoors person. I like to shop; he likes to game. I don’t know if we can get along staying together.” She looked away in embarrassment.

Father, help me see the root here, Sue prayed quietly. She took her friend’s hand and simply held it for a while.

Silence fell heavily as both women thought about the men in their lives. What changes would come and how paths would wander and converge. Then it struck Sue. She patted her friend’s arm, drawing her out of her reverie.

“Lucy.”

The caramel pools of brown looked hopeful. “Yes?”

“It’s change that has you scared, isn’t it?”

“I…I guess it is.”

Sue smiled. “I’ve seen you and Albert together. He loves you and you love him. The differences are only on the surface.”

Lucy nodded, a light shining in her eyes.

“And he’s done what you like to do. You’ve even done his favorite sport and survived.” Sue mimed mountain climbing and holding on tight.

Laughter rang out. “Yes, and I managed not to break a nail; can you believe it?”

NO Sue’s smile was just as wide. “My point is this. You don’t miss doing what you love to do because the weather says there might be a chance of rain, do you?”

“I guess not. It just seems overwhelming when I think about what will change.”

Sue pulled her friend into a hug. “My love for you won’t change. You are a great friend and I am happy for you.”

They separated and Lucy signed THANK YOU FRIEND

With shy eyes, the blonde quietly asked, “Have you two been talking about marriage?”

Lucy bit her lip before answering. With a nod, she replied, “Yeah. He and I do have strong, similar beliefs about marriage. He was raised by his grandmother and loves Grams.”

“Do you think he’s going to ask you?”

At her frantic nod, both women squealed and hugged again. “I think he’s planning something soon. He’s been pretty busy with work lately but he told me to keep Saturday night open.” The dark skinned woman sighed. “I’m still scared but…it’s a good scared.”

They chatted for awhile about dreams and wishes for the future before Sue’s Blackberry buzzed. She took a look at the text message and gave a small smile.

“Good news?” Lucy asked when the other woman looked up.

“I have a lunch appointment. I need to get ready…unless you want me to stay.”

“Oh, no, you don’t, Miss Thomas. You go and have your fun. You always come back refreshed. Maybe one of these days you’ll clue me in.”

Her smile was enigmatic. “Maybe. And what are you doing?”

“Since Grams is out with Mr. Argyle,” She made an ‘ooo-la-la’ face. “I…am going to go shopping. I think a cute but more practical jacket would be a good thing to have when you date a mountain climber.”

Sue cut a glance at her. “And what if it rains?”

“I’ll take that chance.”

The End

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This Arc continues in Redemption. Each is a short story but it's own theme, of course.

A really beautiful start, Trece. And I can't wait how this turns out. An interesting concept. And hopefully, Albert is a great guy.

i love it..i love hoe you write Sue's spirtiuality...so real and refreshen.....abd i love a story centred around Lucy...

I'm glad Lucy seems to have found her soul mate!! Will we get to read a proposal?!

Who is Sue's lunch date with? Maybe Sue and Lucy could have a double wedding (Sue marrying Jack of course!)

OOOH so both women found their man

Great one Trece


can't wait for the next one

So sweet Trece. Sue is such a good friend for Lucy.

Ooooo... I'm so glad Lucy found a man who loves her. There's not enough Lucy love-stories out there, yet. Great job, Trece! I'll keep an eye out for the next one.

Love the way you fitted the title in. And the friend convo is perfect -- especially since I noted

Dare I hope that by the end of your short stories series we will be clued in as well?

And I love that Lucy has found her man -- but Albert? All I can think of is Uncle Albert in Mary Popping who loved to laugh...not a very romantic visual!

Ha, ha....I give a nice description of Albert 'Bert' Pine in the next installment. And notice how I didn't answer your question?...

Thanks Kav. Now I have that song in my head where they're laughing all the time

Very sweet!

Beautifully written, Trece!! I love Lucy finally finding love, and the conversation between her and Sue shows what close, loving friends they are!!!

I'm on to the next installment; there are still questions needing answers!!!

Thanks for sharing!!!

Joy

Sometimes is a bit scary to do the step to the unknown... but sometimes is good to overcome the fear...

Good job!!!


Restie

wonderful friendship between them...

I loved how you worked in the title. You portrayed Sue and Lucy's friendship great, too!

Bravo!!!!!!!!

So happy you're doing this!

One down, three to go!

Jill

Okay, I'm a little late to this. I'm trying to play catch up on my reading! Great story! Love how you did a four part arc incorporating each of the titles -- very clever! It's great to see a story centered on Lucy, the matchmaker, finally finding love for herself! Thanks for sharing!

Sorry, I seem to be a little late, but



I don't think that there's anything more to say that hasn't been said....


Great Job!!!

I'm on my way to the next one