Joanne mulls that thought over for a couple of moments.

“I suppose what I really need is a bit of practice to get my confidence.”

“Exactly.” I say.

“And these two are just perfect.”

“No, I meant before they get here.”

“Oh, I don’t really think we can grab some poor unfortunate passing girl and ask her to take a few whacks just for you to get some practice, Joanne.”

Joanne chuckles.

Thank goodness she’s lightening up a bit.

Unfortunately, then she gets a bright idea.

“I don’t suppose I could have a couple of practice goes on you, could I Clare?”

I’m lost for words.

Sadly, that gives her the chance to go on.

“It really would help me, Clare.

Just a couple. I’ll go easy on you.”

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