Absolute Blessing

A year has passed, and still a year remains. Sue Marie Asillo, 34 and single, sighed, checking the calendar again. Another day to cross out, another day of waiting. Unemployed for a year since leaving her manager position after Mr. Ikeda’s death and the subsequent conflict with his son, Mr. Pele, Sue’s life had become a monotonous cycle of solitude and sadness. Her only comfort was her stuff bear, a precious gift she hugged and kissed daily, whispering secrets into its fur. “Oh, you staring at me again. Do I look sad… you think? Please smile.” Her Aunt’s worried voice broke through her thoughts. "Why are you doing that to yourself, you don't talk to anyone... and for God's sake Sue Marie, you are neglecting yourself too much." But Sue was lost in her own world, calling a number that never answered, her heart aching with a longing only she understood. More secrets to unfold as you turn to the next pages.
