"Yes, it's beautiful," agreed Peggy. "It's all so quiet and peaceful out here. I really love this lake." As she spoke her arm slipped around Madeline's waist and she gently pulled the younger woman closer.

Madeline sensed something wasn't entirely right, but didn't want to spoil the mood, or seem unduly alarmed at what might be an innocent gesture, so she didn't resist or pull away. In fact, she allowed her head to come to rest on the older woman's shoulder as they continued to quietly sit there and enjoy the solitude as the sun continued to descend.

After several more minutes in this relaxed position, Peggy leaned over and whispered into Madeline's ear, "You are so pretty in this light." She then kissed her lightly on the ear.