Page 47 of Where Do We Go From Here?
H: Yeah. Well, that was meant to be a joke…
W: Yes, I got that. My sense of humour’s not entirely gone yet.
H: Anyway, jokes aside, I have been a bit worried. We all have.
W: Well, still here. As you can see. Or rather, hear.
H: We can FaceTime if you prefer.
W: No, this is fine. Otherwise I’d have to put on an evening gown and tiara, wouldn’t I?
H: Oh, are you starkers, then?
W: I am! Absolutely starkers.
H: Good. I like it. So, how’s it going? How is La Belle France?
W: Oh, you know. Prettybelle.
H: Clever.
W: I’m sorry?
H: Pretty.Belle. Two languages, one meaning.
W: Oh, yes. I’m afraid that was entirely unintentional.
H: Is the place nice? Was it a good choice?
W: Um, yes, it’s lovely. The, er, off-grid thing is more challenging than I anticipated.
H: You mean, you’re missing Facebook? I saw you haven’t been on much.
W: Oh, no. No, internet’s fine actually. But if I use too much electricity, everything goes off. And then I have to wait for the bloody battery to charge up again. It’s all solar panels and what-have-you.
H: Wow. You go, eco-warrior!
W: Yes, eco-warrior despite myself. I didn’t think enough about what the termoff gridimplied, unfortunately.
H: Still, no lack of sunshine down your way, so I’m sure you’re fine.
W: You’d be surprised. It snowed for two days. And now it’s been raining for three.
H: Really? Funny cos it’s been lovely here.
W: Yes, so I’ve heard.
H: So you’re enjoying yourself, anyway. That’s great!
H: Youareenjoying yourself, aren’t you?
W: Yes, it’s fine. I’ve been going for walks and reading lots. Jill came down for a few days which was a fun interlude. We went dancing.
H: Well, good for you. Like I say, it’s great that you’re enjoying yourself.
