*I love rowing so much that I could devote a whole letter to this topic. But I tend to get carried away when talking about rowing and become a bit of a bore. I might not be fun, but I try not to be boring.
**This sounds more unfun than it is because Charlie and Jane are always a good time.
***I would much prefer to read one of your books if you would ever send me a manuscript. Hint Hint.
From: [email protected]
Subject: SOS!
Liam,
Unfortunately, I don’t have time to fully reply to your charming letter. For now, let me assure you that you might not be fun. But you’re definitely funny. Great letter.
Now to the urgent matter at hand, my mom fancies herself a matchmaker. The problem is the pool of men she has to choose from is limited to those she works with in the community theater. Tonight, I’m supposed to go out with Victor, a 40-year-old man who randomly quotes Shakespeare and prefers to wear a jabot* instead of a tie. Please send me your best excuses.
Yours with Desperation,
Lettie.
*A lacy collar like the one Captain Hook wears.**
**I think footnotes are fun too! Even my footnotes have footnotes?
From: [email protected]
Subject: Reply to: SOS!
Easy Peasy. Say your boyfriend doesn’t approve. I’m happy to stand in as your boyfriend.
From: [email protected]
Subject: Reply to: SOS!
That is a brilliant idea until my mom Googles you. Her brain would explode with happiness and dollar signs. I can’t do that to you. She’d start harassing you with casual photos of me and a copy of my resume. Please send a practical solution ASAP.
From: [email protected]
Subject: Reply to: SOS!
I’m good with your mom knowing about me. Who does she think you’re emailing at 2 a.m.?
From: [email protected]
Subject: Reply to: SOS!
She thinks I’m writing a book.
