Mall Photos
By
Marathon Dan
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They call me Dina. It's a common name that hints at my family's heritage
from the Middle East. A very common Hebrew and Arabic name. Of course my
long dark black hair and olive complexion and voluptuous figure are
something of a hint also. I'm a 3rd generation American, now running my
family business in a large suburban Southern California Mall. Dina's
Glamour Photography. All those years of College education down the
drain to run my family business. I'm pretty much a force of one. There
is no other staff besides me. Mom and dad have long since retired and
are enjoying the "good life". They worry about me, an "old maid" of 28,
go figure.
Mom always like to needle me, telling me how Sabta (Grandmother), had
mom and her two brothers by the time she was 20. Ok, so I'm almost a
decade behind schedule, but I can deal with it. Besides, guys are not my
priority and not always my first pick. Ok, Ok, I know, but sometimes I
do like the ladies. I mean, doesn't everyone? Besides, as everyone
knows, love is the greatest magic of all and most mysterious. It defies
reason and logic and is truly blind. But when you find it, you certainly
know it. I'm told it's like getting hit with a thunderbolt. Guess I've
missed the storm so far and it's not even drizzling around here, lol. I
am told that when the thunderbolt hits and the rain falls, I will have
no trouble realizing it. It has been dry for so long, I'd be happy with
some fog.
Now, as far as magic goes, funny you should ask. Not funny as in "ha-
ha," but funny interesting. My families other talent is just that,
magic. Not pulling rabbits out of hats or cheap card tricks, but real
hocus-pocus stuff. Where did we get the talent? I can't say, simply
because I don't know. My mom tells me that it tends to run through the
women of the family, although sometimes the guys get the gift also. When
it became clear at an early age that I had the "talent", mom and Sabta
began to train me and teach me. But they always taught "safety first".
Mom used to compare using magic to riding a bike or being on roller
skates. When you are riding smooth and under control, you could feel the
magic moving and working without effort. When you get too excited and
lose control, it's like falling off a bike moving fast. It hurts and you
can't be too sure where you will land or what will happen when you do.
Sometimes I can get a glimpse into the future. Like I can see someone
and know that in 6 months they will get a promotion or get a really bad
haircut.
Now, if I could just look at a lotto machine and pick out some numbers,
that would be something. But the glimpses into the future are not that
common and not under control. Certainly, there are all kinds of magic.
You may have heard the phrase "practical magic"? That is the common
"everyday" stuff. Like my girl friend Judy, she loves to cook and is a
whiz in the kitchen. You think cooking well isn't magic? Please, if you
don't think it is, then I have some relatives to introduce you to, but I
warn you, just don't eat at their homes. Sewing, knitting and similar
talents are examples of "practical magic".
On the other extreme is, what Master Yoda and Obi-Wan so aptly put, "the
dark side." Need I explain that to you? Does the word "evil" mean
anything to you? I avoid the "Dark Side" at all costs. What I dabble in
is "white" magic. You often hear of reward and punishment? I don't do
punishment or judgments. Way too complex and complicated and even
dangerous. You really have to be judge and jury and dig way too deep.
And I hate the idea of punishing people. I just don't have the heart or
strength. But what I do enjoy doing and I don't do it too often, is
"reward" or maybe "blessing" is a better choice of verbiage.
When customers come into my business, I love to interview them, find out
what they are about and what they want the photos to show and do and
inspire. Hearing people's life stories and histories is interesting and
fun. It gives me a sense of the person and let's me do my job of
photography better. You want some examples? Okie dokie, a man comes in
for a photo session and remarks that he remembers when his hairline was
lower on his forehead. If he's a nice guy and I get the sense of his
life, I have been known to restore his hairline to what it was when he
was 25.
Think of it as super advanced Adobe or PhotoShop. I do not play with
their minds or character, who they are, is who they are or who they will
be. Playing with their minds and personalities is a real dangerous
thing. You truly never know where that will take you or how it will end
up or what the consequences might be. At best, I make my cosmetic
changes and their basic personalities still exist and conform to them.
You can't magically create love for example. And trying to alter a
person's personality is very deep, complex and frankly scary stuff. No,
whenever I do a "retouching", it's merely cosmetic.
I do not change who they are and who they will be. Besides, you start
playing with the mental and you never know what might be under the rocks
in some people's head. You turn over the rock and all kinds of bugs can
come scurrying out. I never let the client know I'm "enhancing" or
"touching up". For the right customer, I've been fairly easy going and
liberal on "editing and touchup". And I don't charge a surcharge for it
either. Clearly I was not a very good business major at the university.
I'll give you an example; recently I had a lady of about 47 or 48 come
into my shop. She wanted a glamour photo of herself, a very normal
request. As we talked, her name was Stephanie; she explained that her
husband and she had not been as affectionate as when they were younger.
Stephanie admitted she had not maintained herself well and wanted to be
more attractive to him. She wanted to give him a new and somewhat
exciting glamour's picture in a silver frame. She hoped this would make
him see her in a new light and maybe regain some of the old magic. I
offered her a cup of coffee, a special blend designed just for her, in a
large mug.
"It's a Mexican blend, little sweet with a hint of cinnamon. I hope you
like it. In my experience, a beverage tends to relax my clients and
allows them to photograph much more natural."
I smiled to her as I offered the mug. Stephanie took a sip and smiled at
me, remarking how nice it tasted, how she could feel it warming her
tummy. And she began to relax, as the "coffee" took effect. She was not
denying her age. Her shoulder length hair had a hint or two or maybe
three of salt in the somewhat faded brown. Her arms were not flabby, but
lacked the firmness of a younger woman. Her tummy was not the flatness
of a teen and her bottom lacked the curve and firmness it once had. As
we talked, she explained she wanted to be photographed in a simple black
dress. A classic and classy type picture. She wanted to show her
feminine side, but not look trashy and to make her husband look at her
with pride and desire. I nodded as I took notes. She wanted a little
break and diversion from her job as a Special Education teacher. She
worked with students with various degrees of mental infirmities, such as
autism. Just hearing that almost brought a tear to my eye. What a
difficult job and how demanding! Her students were between 8 and 10
years old. I thought to myself, what compassion and patience she must
bring each day to work everyday.
"Stephanie, I have just the things you want in my wardrobe in the next
room. I am certain we can fit you and make the photos you want. And have
them be ones your husband will treasure. Just trust my judgment, ok?" I
sweetly asked her. She looked at me alittle confused, but agreed and
followed me to the studio. I handed her a simple black dress. She looked
dubiously at me.
"I don't think this is my size. It looks alittle short and I'm not
certain I have the shoulders or bust for this? (She shook her head at
the garment). Are you sure about this?" Stephanie questioned, eyes
narrowed to slits. "I don't want to look stupid or like a cow or
something."
I batted my eyes at her. "Honey, just think how you would like to look.
Think about how you would like to be seen, how you want your husband to
see you. What's his name?"
"David, his name is David, my loyal and loving guy after 26 years and 2
kids, we finally get some space to ourselves."
She smiled at the thought of him and their life together. I could see
she was feeling the "coffee", as she continued and changed into the
dress. The dress hung on her in some places and didn't cover other
places. "Dave is a wonderful man. He helps me around the house, he cooks
and cleans. He makes a tasty meatloaf." She smiled at the memories of a
lifetime of love and sharing.
"Very nice, he sounds wonderful," I said as I prepared the camera.
Stephanie looked in the mirror and adjusted herself. "He's so handsome,
even after all these years. I love waking up and looking at him. He's
smart and handy around the house. But he simply does not look at me like
he used to. I want to maybe use a glamour photo to spark something.
Maybe rekindle things between us." I had her start to move toward the
blue background and started taking pictures. Hearing about her and her
life and her career, I had already decided to help the photos out abit.
Hey, I'm only human; she seemed a saint and deserving, how could I
resist?
"Stephanie, you look great. Now, I want you to think about how you want
to look and be seen. I want you to tell me about it. Tell me, tell the
camera how you want to be seen by the lens," I said as I walked to a
side and took a shot. I could see her eyes looked alittle glazed, as the
"coffee" was relaxing her and helping her to open up to my suggestions
and me.
Stephanie got a thoughtful look on her face and giggled, "I feel
foolish, but ok."
I took another picture. "It's not foolish. You are paying me very good
money for this session. (We both giggled like schoolgirls). So be open
and truthful, don't be shy and don't be afraid of saying what you
desire." I put a little extra push on the last word. I circled her and
she began to talk, her voice gaining strength as she spoke and lost her
fear and inhibition.
"Well, Dina, I'd like my hair to be back to the color I got married in,
a darker richer brown. (I nodded as she said this and the luster
returned to her hair as it grew thicker and the grey faded away and
disappeared). And try as I might, I can't seem to be rid of these "bat
wings" under my arms. My triceps seem to have gone south for the winter.
I feel embarrassed raising my arms or wearing short sleeves or
sleeveless like this dress," she giggled.
"Oh no Stephanie, you look great. Trust me on that," I said as I stalked
her around the room. And painlessly and without fuss, her arms toned up.
The muscles regained texture and strength, and flexibility, the excess
skin and fat lost to thin air. Her shoulders grew more defined, as I
smiled and directed the magic her way.
"Well, as long as I'm dreaming, I really liked how I looked in my early
30s. Not like a kid, but like a grown woman. I really thought I looked
my best then," she remarked. I was amazed at the thought and maturity of
her comment. Most women would want to be teenagers again, but clearly
Stephanie had thought about this some.
"Would you change anything about that? About how you looked," I asked as
I adjusted the camera.
Stephanie put her hands on her hips and considered this. "I'd be lying
if I said there was nothing I'd change. (I nodded and waited). You'll
laugh at me," she frowned.
"No, no I won't Steph. Scout's honor," I raised my hand and swore.
She looked at me and almost whispered like a conspirator, "I'd like
bigger boobs. (She giggled). Not super huge, not Dolly Parton, but I've
always been on the small to average side. I'd love to see myself with
something larger then my current 36B. Maybe a full C? And I'd like my
waist back to what it was then and my butt not as wide as it is now.
There are days I feel like my butt needs 2 seats to sit on. (She giggled
and patted her rear). I remember not being able to cover an entire sofa
with thing. (She broke into peals of giggles and I joined her). I mean,
as long as I'm dreaming right?" she mused out loud.
And I smiled as she reached for another sip of the coffee and the magic
slowly worked itself on her. The dress that had been so poorly fitted
began to mold itself to her rapidly revising body. She felt nothing, no
tingling or pain or dizziness. I distracted her, by asking her about her
work and the students she taught. I watched as she stood, her hands on
her hips, telling me about teaching her students, as I prepared the next
group of shots. I stole a glace at her body.
Her legs had lost the middle age look. The varicose veins faded and her
"cottage cheese" dissipated, leaving her legs long and sleek.
Stephanie's butt rose and tightened and reduced. Round yet firm and not
as wide as it had been the moment before. Her hips were the full curve
of a woman, but not overly wide. The dress drew into and gathered at her
new waist, smaller and slimmer then before, her tummy flat. Her cleavage
rose and firmed. Her bust grew into two distinctly full globes of flesh.
Like the 3 bears and Goldilocks, I giggled to myself, not too big and
not too small. Firm and pleasing to the eye, they were a balance to her
hips and waist. Her figure was not that of a teenager or even a young
woman, but rather a mature beauty that comes from being comfortable with
oneself and their life. Without thinking, she bent to adjust the strap
on her shoe and caught herself in surprise.
"OH MY GOSH!! (She zoomed her words). Dina!! What's happening here? I
have not been able to bend like that in years. My back tends to get
stiff, my waist won't bend anymore and I normally put my foot on a bench
to tie my shoes," she asked in wonder. Her eyes drifted to the mirror
and she gasped. "Dina, what's going on here? Who is that in the mirror?
(She allowed her hands to wander down her flanks and even lightly cup
her fuller breasts). I've never looked like this, ever in my life," and
she turned to look at me.
"I'm sure I have no idea what you are talking about," I said as I
secured the camera. "Stephanie, you look lovely and your husband is a
very lucky man. All I know is a perfectly lovely lady came into my shop
and paid me to take some photos for her husband to enjoy and display.
And what man wouldn't want to display and value a woman as lovely and
excuse me if I say so, sexy as you?"
Stephanie looked again at herself in the mirror, as the magic continued
its work and her reality shifted ever so slightly. "Of course, I'm so
sorry Dina. The heat from the lamps must be playing havoc with my mind
and eyes. (Stephanie shook her head from side to side, as if to clear
the fog out). Let me pay you half now, as deposit. You said I'd get the
proofs in my email to look over?"
She changed back into her street clothes. Which somehow now fit her new
improved figure. As an added bonus, since I did so like working with
her, I helped David some also. I just knew that Stephanie would enjoy it
if David had the tummy he had at 30 and his hairline restored. Oh and
being something of a fresh and naughty girl, I made his organ just a
little larger, what's an extra inch or two between friends? I was pretty
sure Stephanie would not complain. And if David could climax again and
again, I was fairly certain that would be ok also, with both of them.
After all, marital bliss and affection is part of peace in the home,
isn't it?
Part of having a mall location is that you see all kinds of human
behavior or lack thereof. People watching should be a varsity sport
here; I would for sure get my "Letter" in it. And some very strange
creatures tend to come here. We get the early morning mallus walkerous
or more commonly called, "mall walkers". This species is most commonly
senior citizen types and seen just after opening, early in the day.
During the lunch hour, we get overrun with the eatus fastus on runis
species, which is the eating on the run lunch crowd. This species is
most often YUPPIE in appearance. Something about watching a Junior
Executive "wannabe", wolfing down a "mall-burger" and trying not to drip
grease or mustard on his white shirt that always brings a smile to my
face and provides some comedy.
It was a lovely spring day, a day when nobody, including yours truly,
should be inside a mall. I was puttering around in the studio, nothing
too important or vital, but those jobs and chores one puts off when they
are busier. It being a slow weekend, I was attempting to battle my lazy
nature and make some progress on those tasks. Then, I was saved from
that drudgery by the bell. I mean that literally, the door opening up in
front triggers one of those very annoying electronic "ding dong" type
bells, letting me know that some one had opened my door. Maybe not
customers, but at least some allegedly human contact.
I stepped out of the back area and saw them. I made an immediate ID on
them, mallus ratus californus, the common California mall rat, these
were female juveniles, and I guessed the median age at 14. As is common
for the species, they were traveling in a pack. They almost never appear
in single units. The young males might, but the females tend to exhibit
true pack behavior, traveling in groups of at least 3 and commonly as
many as 7 young females. The pack gives them the illusion of safety and
protection. Often upon reaching 18 years of age, the females begin to
travel in pairs, not packs, but I digress.
This pack was typical for the time of year, 4 females in typical
outfits. They had the look of convicts set free and with school having
ended for the year shortly before, it was not surprising. Somewhat of an
odd assortment, two were twins and one of the twins and one of the other
girls were wearing school t-shirts from the local middle school. The
twins had that look of being 14 going on 12. They were short and very
slender, bordering on skinny. While from their faces I guessed 14 and
just completed with Middle School, they had the figures of 12 yr olds.
Thank goodness they were not dressed alike, that would have been just a
little too weird. They both were in shorts, one in tennis shoes, one in
"flip-flops". They were maybe 5'2" tall, maybe, with thick-soled shoes.
I thought of them as somewhat "birdlike," the thin legs and generally
flat figures gave me that impression. Cute as cute could be, but they
had the figures of girls at least 2 years younger. The next girl was
taller, by maybe 3 inches. She really looked the part. She looked like
the girl next store and how a 14yr girl should look. Not too tall, not
too short.
Not dressed like a stripper and not too curvy. But she clearly had the
promise of being quite the looker by the time of her sweet 16 party. She
was wearing the school shirt and denim shorts that displayed a nice set
of legs and long blond hair. Very California Girl looking. There are
times I think blonds are grown in Southern California for export. The
last girl was a paradox. She was easily the tallest, almost my own
height of 5'9, she was just a trifle shorter then me. Her clothes were
like modified grunge. They were very baggy and drab in color and
appearance. For accessories, she had a rather beaten up denim purse,
that had seen better days.
Maybe Thrift Shop chic was the look she was striving toward? Her long
dark hair needed a good brushing and a trim. But what hit me was that it
was all like a mask or illusion she was hiding behind. Even in the very
baggy clothes and ugly as they were, it was clear there was a swan under
there, maybe deep under there, but under there for sure. I could detect
more then a hint of a very developed figure, and a bust that was much
larger then it should be at her age. Her bone structure was stunning.
She needed some makeup and even before that, a general boost of
confidence, but the girl had potential.
Entering my store, they went in 4 different directions, each looking at
various pictures and photos I have on display and at the different poses
other customers had used. The blond noticed me first and alerted her
friends to my presence. They reformed into a group, you know, safety in
numbers when facing the unknown and I smiled at them.
"What can I do for you ladies this sunny day?" I asked as I stood by the
cash register. The tall one broke from the pack first and spoke to me.
"I'd like a glamour shot. Something showing me as more grown up. I need
to change how I'm seen," she said.
"I can do that, but tell me more about what the picture is for and who
is going to see it and such. Is it a gift or just something for yourself
to enjoy and marvel at?" I asked casually.
They all giggled and tittered amongst themselves. One of the twins piped
up, "My cousin wants to show her dad that she's sooo grown up and
mature. He still thinks she's a little girl." And they all giggled
again.
"You'd think he'd notice those big boobs of her's or something," the
other twin added and they all laughed, except for the tall girl who
looked rather embarrassed by the remark.
"Honestly, you would think she would share her treasure chest with her
two favorite cousins. It's not fair that she gets all the boobs and we
get nothing," the first twin tagged on.
The tall girl reached over and patted the two girls on the head like
puppy dogs.
"It's not where you start, but where you finish. I know it bugs you, but
this will pass. I mean, just look at your mom. Lot's of heredity there,"
she said to them.
"What do you think Debbie?" she asked of the blond girl.
Debbie flashed a bright smile and said, "Oh for sure! (I inwardly
groaned and giggled, like how valley girl can you get)? Remember I was
short and flat last year and then like, shazaam! Instant boobies," and
they all giggled uncontrollably. Just then, a cell phone gave off its
annoying jiggle; in this case the "ring" was that of a chicken clucking.
I wondered who thought that was a good idea? The tall girl took the worn
purse and opened it and answered the clucking phone.
"Yes Mrs. Silverberg, we will be out in front of Sears at 3:30," she
said into the phone and hung up. "That was your mom, Debbie, she was
reminding us to be ready to go on time, so I guess we better hurry up,"
she said taking charge and turning to me.
"What I want is a glamour photo to show my dad how I'm not a kid
anymore. He seems to think that I'm still 8 years old. I want to change
that picture in his mind. Think you can deal with that? Is it something
you can do?" she asked. She put her hands on her hips, drawing my
attention to their shape and generous lushness, not quite hidden by her
attire. There was something in her manner, not rude, but rather the
attitude of someone taking charge and wanting answers. Something in her
manner and bearing was pushing hard on my buttons, or was it lust pure
and simple? There was something in her attitude and face and eyes and
yes, her body that was sure getting my attention. Pervert, I thought to
myself. I nodded my head and put on my best and brightest sales chick
smile.
"I'm sure I can, before we start, what are your names please?"
The tall girl nodded and pointed at the blonde, "This is my friend
Debbie. The twins are my cousins Leah and Tamar. My name is Shoshana."
One of the twins, I think it was Tamar burst out, "But her dad calls her
Katonton," and they giggled again, much to Shoshana's consternation.
I had to giggle too and Shoshana rolled her eyes and then looked at me,
"Did you hear something funny?" She glared at me with intense green
eyes.
Tamar, I think it was Tamar, they looked so much alike, jumped in,
"Shoshana, chill out. You don't have to be in attack mode all the time.
(Turning to me Tamar continued), she thinks she needs to be so
assertive, like whatever."
I stopped laughing and said, "Oh no, but, Katonton, which means 'little
one', seems out of place."
They all looked at me and Leah, (I think it was Leah) inquired, "Are you
a MOTT?" They silently waited for me to answer.
"Yes, if you mean 'member of the tribe', yes, yes I am," I smiled at
them.
They visibly relaxed, like they were in a family member's home. Then I
figured it was time I became Professional Woman and take charge and take
their money. Hey, I did pay attention that day in class at Business
School. The first lesson they taught us was, Rule #1, when in doubt,
take the customers money.
"Okie dokie, I need to get with Shoshana to get this set up. Yes, I
definitely have some ideas how to do the shots you want, but I like to
go over ideas together. I'm going to give the three of you coupons for
Big Ben's Frozen Drinks. Ben is a friend and his wife is my customer.
I'm going to need about 45 minutes with Shoshana in the studio. And no,
I never, ever work with an audience," I firmly told them all.
I handed out the coupons and shooed them from the store, locking the
door, but giving Tamar a key, with firm instructions not to return for
45 minutes. I put the sign in the window, saying I'd be back in an hour,
something I commonly do when I'm in a photo session. Hey, genius needs
to work without interruption. Taking Shoshana's hand, I walked her to
the studio and explained.
"When I work with a client, I can't be running back and forth to the
door. The client deserves private, dedicated time and I need to focus to
do my best. Now we are free for a while. First off, do you prefer to be
called Shoshana, Shosie, Rose or Katonton?" I asked as I opened the
studio closet.
"My friends call me Shosie," she simply stated, sitting down on a stool,
brushing down her top, and drawing attention inadvertently to her bust.
She was large, large for a young girl and large for a Playboy model.
Mentally, I slapped myself in the face, reminding myself this was a
paying customer and a child!! I opened my mini refrigerator and poured
her a "lemonade".
"Shosie, here, it's my family recipe, Limon-Nana," I told her as I
handed her the plastic glass.
"Oh, you mean mint-lemonade? I love it," she smiled and too a sip. "It's
very good."
"Thanks Shosie, I like to offer my clients a drink as we talk and plan.
I'm very glad you like it." Continuing I said, "Now, tell me about you
and this photo you want."
And she began talking as she sipped my concoction. Naturally the "mint-
lemonade" loosened her tongue and she spoke freely. Her situation was
not uncommon. Her father still viewed her as a child. How many parents
don't see or admit to seeing their children growing up? I know mine
didn't. I was 17 and getting ready for college and I think mom wanted to
buy me a doll for my birthday, uggh!! Her mother had died early of
cancer when she was 9 and her father refused to start dating or seeing
other ladies. He seemed to think he owed it to Shoshana not to see
anyone till she was out of the house. Shosie's favorite subjects were in
the sciences. She loved Biology and was taking Chemistry in the next
school year. She loved very much her cousins and Debbie, as they
provided the female company her mother might have. She was very devoted
to her father, but wanted to see him happy and not lonely or alone.
"So, Shosie, how do you like the drink?" I asked her and looked at her
eyes. They were ever so slightly glazed. "And how do you want to do
this? Classy? Slut City? Or something in-between?"
She giggled at my saying Slut City. "Umm, the limon-nana is very good. I
remember my mom making it. For the photos, umm, I think Slutty is out,
but it is tempting, but it's not me. When you say Classy, what does that
mean?"
"I think I should have said classic. A woman can look sexy and still
look classy. What I am picturing is a very grown up yet sexy look. Sexy
but not slutty. With your skin color and eyes, I am thinking sultry
actually. I do believe I have the items in the studio to pull it off and
your father will be very impressed," I answered her.
Shosie took a last pull on her drink and wiped her moist lips with a
napkin. Why did I find that act so fascinating and intriguing? Why was I
admiring how full her lips looked? My use of the word sultry seemed to
please her greatly. She stood and looked in the mirror and then at me.
"Ok, let's do it. The clock is ticking," she declared firmly.
As we walked to the studio section I asked her, "Are you always this
assertive? Does it come naturally to you?"
She turned to me, "Well, yeah. With mom gone a lot of the household
stuff fell to me. I found out early that the world reacts better if you
act like you know what you are doing and know what you want. I've
learned the hard way, if you want something, don't be shy about it or
you might lose it."
I motioned for Shosie to sit on a stool as I pulled items out of the
wardrobe and held them up, as if to size them. I really was not worried
about sizes. I'd make the required adjustments to them as needed. Before
Shoshana's slightly dazed eyes, I pulled out an entire ensemble.
"Wow, that was quick. What is all that? What do you have in mind?" she
asked while she looked at the heels I had pulled out for her.
"What I am thinking is something to work with your eyes and skin color
first of all. I am thinking of your goal of looking more mature and
looking good. My first thoughts go to an outfit/ensemble of black and
white. Very solid, very classic and sexy. Are you game?" I asked, seeing
if she would call my bluff. I had to admit, I was more then alittle
curious to see how she would look in the ensemble I had assembled.
Shoshana looked and it was obvious she was considering each item and
garment and sipping the drink still. Finally she turned to me and said,
"Let's do it."
I grinned like the cat that had caught the birdie, "Very cool. Let's
start with your feet and legs and work our way northward. I want you to
take the disposable razor and quickly go to the bathroom back there and
give your legs a once over. The camera will pick up on stray hairs and
make them look really bad. I'll get the rest of the things ready for
you." I handed her the razor and some foam. "Don't go too crazy, just a
quick shave will do. Take off your pants and shoes, leave them on the
countertop."
Shoshana kicked off her shoes and was barefoot. "While you are in there,
wash your feet too," I quickly mentioned. She nodded shyly. The shoes
were stored under the counter and she quickly undid her pants and turned
from me and folded them. As I checked my camera, I checked her. Her legs
were long and well formed. Calves nicely shaped and her thighs were
full, more like a woman then a young teen. She was wearing a pair of
Sear's finest cotton for panties. Not very sexy, but functional. She
stepped into the washroom and closed the door.
Taking my time, I laid out the clothes. I heard the water run and the
sound of paper towels being removed from the dispenser. After a few
moments, the door opened. Shoshana stepped out. Her legs were now sleek
and clean shaved. But I could see she had missed drying a few spots
where some water drops remained. They would have to go, before she
dressed. I swiftly unrolled a few sheets of the paper towels and
motioned for her to step closer.
"Shosie, I want to make sure you are dry. Water reflects the light," I
said softly.
She looked at me and nodded and stepped closer and into the bright
lights. Wadding the paper towels, I knelt down and ran the towels up her
right leg. Feeling the curves and dips in the muscles and length of her
thighs. I could feel how soft and smooth her legs were and the nicely
toned muscle under the skin. My heart was beginning to beat faster and
my nipples stiffened with minds of their own. Her legs dry and clean, I
stood back and forced my breathing to come slower and my heart to stop
pounding, she might hear it after all.
"Now Shosie, part of this glamour is feeling the part. That means
getting dressed in a different ensemble then normal. Think of it like
putting on a costume and getting into a role, like an actress, ok?" I
asked.
She was dazed and was touching her thigh where I had dried it. Shoshana
merely nodded. "Good, now the next step is carefully put on and pull up
the nylons. They are a suntan color and will work with the shoes and
skirt. After the nylons, put on the bikini style panties," I instructed
her.
"Why do I need different panties?" she whined at me.
"Silly girl, like I said, it's about dressing for a role. You can't get
into the role of classy, sexy and sophisticated lady if you are wearing
little girls underwear. It just does not fit the part," I stated simply.
She looked at me, and her eyes were looking just alittle dazed and
glassy. Not stoned, but perhaps not all there.
"Oh, I see. That makes sense Dina, just give me the stuff and I'll get
dressed. Umm, I might need your help, the lights are making me feel warm
and alittle dizzy, I'm sorry," she smiled at me weakly. With that, she
grabbed her panties and yanked them down, dropping them on top of her
pants. I didn't see her from the front, but her ass was lovely. Did I
say I was jealous? Round and tight and high, humm, why was my mind
wandering? I handed her the bikini panties and she put one leg through
and then the other and lifted. With just a soft push, they fit her like
they were custom made for her.
"How do they fit?" I pointed to the panties.
"They're great, very comfortable," she said as she looked at them and
ran her hands over them. Watching her feeling the fit was more then
alittle erotic. He eyes seemed to clear somewhat. She looked at me and
asked, "What's next?"
What's next? My nasty mind was beginning to move in directions that
could land me as a guest of the taxpayers in jail, with a new girl
friend named Martha. I made myself take a sip of water and handed her a
black mini skirt.
"Try this one on. It should also fit you. Your hips are about 35 inches?
Waist about 25 or 26?" I passed the garment to her.
Shoshana stepped into the skirt and lifted it up and turned to me.
"Yeah, 35 hips, my waist is bigger then I'd like. (I stared but could
not see where she was too wide. Clearly she looked in the mirror and saw
double, like so many women). Can you please zip me in?" she asked with
shy eyes.
"Oh yeah, sure," I said as I stepped up. I put one hand on her hip and
the other on the zipper and lifted. As I lifted the zipper, the skirt
molded to her lush hips, almost like a second skin. The tight skirt
showed the lush curve of her hips and emphasized the tightness of her
waist, in spite of what she said about it. Whatever else she was, she
certainly was blessed with the classic hourglass shape of a woman. I
stepped back and watched her. Her face looking down at the skirt and
nylon encased legs. Her hands wandered from her waist to her hips and
thighs. Did I say I was feeling flushed watching her. Did she have any
idea of the effect she was having on me? Remembering that I was supposed
to be the professional, I cleared my throat and continued.
"Ok, so far so good. You like? Feel comfortable?" I asked.
Shoshana nodded a reply and looked at me. I reached into a drawer and
pulled out a pair of black high heels. High, but not too high, 3 inch
heels.
"Are you comfortable walking in heels?" I asked her.
Shoshana sat on the stool and put on the shoes. "Yes, I've played dress-
up enough. These are a little higher then what I'm used to, but I'll
give them a try," she said as she adjusted the black straps and buckled
them.
She stood and took a few steps and nodded to me that they fit. I admired
the way they made her legs look. So long and well, so very long. The
angle of the heels drew attention to her round bottom, which I just
happened to notice looked more then wonderful.
"Kewlio, now, let's go north of the waist and see to a blouse. Go ahead
and take off your shirt and leave it next to the other things." I
motioned to her growing pile of clothes.
With barely a nod, she took her shirt hem in her hands and lifted it up
over her chest, neck and head. She dropped it on top of her pants and
turned to me. I raised my hand to my chin and tapped my nose with my
index finger, as I critically looked at her. In spite of her earlier
remarks, her waist was defined, tight and in proportion to her height
and weight. The mini skirt defined her lush hips and round ass. Her
tummy was flat, not a "6-pack" but flat and toned. Her arms were tanned
and nice. The bra she had on had to be one of the single ugliest bra's I
have ever seen. I know she was shopping without a mother and I'm sure
that her dad was not going with her, but uggh. This one was plain cotton
and looked like something the East German Woman's Soccer team might use,
if they were on a tight budget. Industrial was the verb that kept
popping into my head. Harness was the other. She was still large, but it
was like her breasts were in jail and solitary confinement at that. In
short, the bra did absolutely nothing to flatter her at all.
"Well, Shosie, we definitely need to do a wardrobe change here. I am
guessing you need a 34C?" I softly and gently inquired.
"Ah no, a D actually," she blushed. "Why? What's wrong with what I have
on?"
'A 34D?' I thought, she was being restrained even more then I thought.
"Shosie, like I said earlier, it's like dressing for a role. What you
are wearing is not contributing to making you look or feel the role you
want to project. That's why I have a wardrobe here, its part of my trade
and job to have all kinds of items on hand. And by co-incidence, give me
a sec and I'll locate just the thing," I told her and turned to my
wardrobe closet.
I rummaged for effect for a moment and pulled out a bra and made some
"adjustments" to it. I corrected the size, making sure it had some under
wire support and lots of lace. I stood and turned toward her and offered
the garment. She looked at the lacy bra like it was road kill.
"Dina, like are you sure? I've never worn anything like that. I mean...
Is it ok? Is it my size?" she asked like a child wanting permission.
I gave her a 1000-Watt smile and said, "Listen, this is part of the
costume and since this is my store and place of business, I decide
what's OK and what's not. I say it's ok, but you need to try it on and
then you need the blouse over it. After all, we are doing a glamour
photo, not soft-core." And we both giggled.
Shoshana shyly turned and removed her clumsy and ugly bra. I have to
say, for such feminine object, it was about the most masculine bra I'd
ever seen. Yeah, that's a contradiction, but just trust me on it. I
watched her struggle with getting her breasts into the cups of the lacy
bra and then turned her head around and looked at me with a look of
helplessness on her face.
"Dina, I don't want to seem like such a fucking ditzy chick, but I
really need help with the hooks. Could you please?" she pleaded.
Could I please? Does the fox need an invitation to the henhouse? Could I
please? Does Winny the Pooh like honey?
"Sure Shosie, just turn and I'll hook and adjust the fit for you. Let me
know if it's too snug," I said as I took the two ends of the horizontal
strap in my hands.
I delicately hooked the ends together, on the middle set of hooks and
eyes. I smoothed the straps, making them lay flat on her back and
shoulders. Of course, I had to feel her skin. So soft like cloth and
smooth like silk and warm like sun kissed sand on the beach. Her olive
colored skin was like butter and I wanted to taste it. And then I
reminded myself; there are laws against that sort of thing. Laws,
morals, ethics and if all that failed, dealing with my own parents,
yikes!! I forced my filthy mind to take a cold shower and return to
actual business.
"Is that too snug? I can adjust the fit if it is?" I inquired as I
smoothed the strap across her right shoulder.
She turned to me and smiled, "No, it's good. I'm surprised at how it
feels, so light and so soft. So much better feeling on my skin the then
cotton was. That one was too tight and almost uncomfortable. This is
actually nice," she said, as she turned and felt the fit.
I watched her, nasty, evil and erotic thoughts filling my consciousness.
The new bra was certainly much more feminine and sexy. It cupped her
large breasts and lifted and separated them, creating full and deep
cleavage. This month's Playmate would have been jealous. Wordlessly, I
handed her a white blouse. Shoshana put her arms through it and began to
button it. I put out my hand and stopped her from buttoning it to the
top, leaving the top three buttons undone. She tucked the blouse into
the skirt and it further highlighted her tight waist.
Her breasts were showcased, by the snug top and by the fact her cleavage
poked out the open collar. It was more then the proverbial "hint" of
cleavage. The tops of her breasts were like half globes and pushed the
collar of the blouse to the sides. The snug clingy blouse fitted her
form, if not like a second skin, then damn close to it. Her hips and
shoulders created the hourglass effect, with her waist drawn in
dramatically. The fullness of her bust merely added to her curvy figure
and balanced the fullness of her hips. I motioned for her to sit on the
stool.
"Now we are almost done. I want to brush out your hair. No, I don't
think we will need any hairspray. I think hair looks best natural, don't
you? (She nodded to me). I'm also going to do some makeup and eyes and
your lips. Don't move, don't breath," I giggled at her.
She nervously did the same. "Just hold still, this will take about 5
minutes, maybe 10," I reminded her. I quickly brushed out her long thick
hair. It felt soft and as I brushed it, so luxuriant. Her hair came to
just below her shoulders and had a nice natural wave to it. I brushed it
so it framed her face. She was purring like a big kitten as I brushed
and was disappointed when I stopped. Gosh, I was sad to stop also.
Moving to her face, I didn't use much make up. Her skin tone was such
that base and/or blush were really not needed. I had her close her eyes
and I lightly put some eyeliner on and colored her lips with some lip-
gloss. Not lipstick, I thought that would look too heavy. Stepping back,
I admired my work and I must say so, I did some very good work. I smiled
and told her to stand up.
"Can I look in the mirror?" she asked.
Feeling mischievous, I told her, "No, let's get a few pictures while you
feel natural and not self conscious. It may seem odd, but this is a real
new look for you, I want you looking natural and unafraid. (I picked up
my camera and drew the curtain over the mirror). Now, what I want you to
do is walk from the left side of the room to the right side. Then walk
back, as you walk back, look over your shoulder at me and smile. Be
happy, have fun. Blow me a kiss even. (Oh, that made me feels warm). Be
friendly to the camera and it will love you back."
I began to snap pictures. As she stood, she was tall, with long legs and
curves from here to there. Her hair moved naturally and freely. I
pointed and shot and shot. Her bust swayed slightly as she moved, the
bra lifted her bust and allowed it to move slightly, in a natural
fashion. I could see the muscles in her thighs and calves propelling her
in long strides across the room. Her eyes were wide and playful. Turning
away from me, I could see the movement of her bottom. Her ass appeared
heart shaped and firm. Round and tight, but not too large, not a little
girls butt, but a round woman's ass.
Remembering my words, she even turned her head around and blew me a
kiss. Did I say my heart was thumping and beating rapidly? Did I say
that I could feel the swell of my own nipples? My tongue licked my lips
as I admired her body in motion. I had done more photo shoots then I
could remember, but no one had ever made my body and mind and emotions
respond like this one. This 14yr old girl. Wait, I thought as I shot her
leaning toward me with a sexy smile and I saw the deep canyon between
her breasts, is she a girl? Or is she more grown up then that? Is she a
woman? And at that moment, the wheels began to turn and the magic I held
in such tight control, began to spin and weave. Oh, I could feel it
begin to move and flow. But did I do anything about it? Umm...nope.
I had done about 15 pictures and I offered Shoshana another drink.
Another mistake, but I was already on that highway. Shoshana gratefully
accepted a fresh drink and took a big gulp. That extra boost I'm sure
played a part. Of course, the lust of yours truly had a large part to
play also. Shoshana took a paper towel and wiped the sweat from her
forehead. And apparently, being brought up with manners, she offered me
the drink. Do you think mom warned me about that? You bet. But like a
fool, I accepted the drink back and had a large sip before I realized
what I was doing. I suspect it would have not made any difference in the
long run. The drink merely lowered her and my resistance to emotions and
hormones. It was supposed to lower inhibitions and it did its job well.
I walked over to the mirror and put my hand on the curtain. "Do you want
to see how you look before the pictures are ready?" I teased her. I
could already feel myself begin to sweat and my mind was in overdrive.
The waves of magic were starting to spin and I was not paying them any
heed.
Shoshana bounced over to me and stood next to me and I playfully said,
"Ready? One, two, three!!"
And I yanked the curtains wide. She stood transfixed, looking at herself
in the mirror. Her eyes wide, her left hand rose to her face and gently
traced her cheeks. "Oh my gosh! Is this me?" she softly breathed, not
taking her eyes from the mirror. I stood beside her, my left hand
resting on her shoulder softly.
"Oh yes Shosie, its all you. Every lovely sexy inch is you," I whispered
back. My heart was beating a mile a minute and lust was filling my heart
and control was rapidly running away. My hand moved up and down her back
as she looked in the mirror.
"Did I do good Shosie? Did I succeed at what you wanted?" I softly said
to her as my hand caressed her back, with a will of it's own. Shoshana
was speechless; nodding at her reflection, and me not really believing
it was she in the mirror. Her hand lowered to her left leg and felt the
nylon-encased thigh. I was getting more excited by the moment and I
sensed she was too.
Her hand rubbed her thigh and my hand joined her's. I found myself
whispering into her ear, as I leaned toward her head.
"Look at those long legs. Look at those sexy thighs and how lovely they
look in nylons and sexy high heels. Those aren't the legs of a girl. You
make that skirt look so lovely, so feminine and sexy, the way it should
be worn. Don't you agree," I breathed into her ear buried under her long
soft hair.
Shoshana seemed to have lost her voice. She nodded at the mirror in
agreement. My hand went to her tight waist, where the skirt met the hem
of the blouse.
"Shosie, you are so curvy, so round. Do you see how your hips look so
lush and full? I wish my waist was as tight as yours. Such an hourglass
figure. So very feminine aren't you? No little girl could make that
skirt look so good. No little teenage could either," I continued and I
could feel my heart pounding and my own nipples pushing out against my
bra.
Little beads of sweat were forming on her upper lip and I felt more then
moist myself. I was feeling feverish, full of lust and so totally out of
control. If my mother was there, she would have slapped me across the
face and gotten it over with, but she was not and my lust drenched mind
and reduced inhibitions were running amuck.
My hand reached up her back and felt the back band of the new bra.
Looking at her chest in the mirror, her own nipples were clearly
outlined against the white blouse. Shoshanna's eyes were locked on them.
I softly caressed her middle back and whispered into her ear, "Oh my,
are you getting excited? I am. (I softly giggled and she sucked in her
breath). Do you know how many women would kill for your bust? How many
would sell their souls to look like you do in that blouse? So full and
round, as if you have two large ripe melons on your chest, perfectly in
proportion. (I whispered and I could feel her shudder at my forbidden
words). Not many grown women could fill out that blouse as well as you
do Shosie," I softly told her. Lifting my face, we looked together into
the mirror and you could almost see the steam in the air. Was the mirror
getting fogged or was that merely my overheated libido? Either way, I
had pasted the point of reason and clear thinking. Via the reflections
of the mirror, our eyes were locked on each other, both of our breathing
rapid and more then alittle ragged. I looked at her and found my voice
again.
"You are so lovely Shoshana. Those plump luscious lips and long silky
hair. Your eyes are so sweet, but you know that, don't you?" I whispered
yet again. And then I totally fell off the cliff and it was a long way
down. My arm was across her shoulders, hugging her slightly to me. Not a
sexual hug, if you can believe me, but a hug of closeness. Okie dokie,
I'm not sure I believe that either, but sometimes a girl can't help
herself.
"You know Shoshana, you are so sexy and feminine and lovely," I
whispered like the snake must have whispered to Eve in the garden so
long ago. "How old are you?" I said.
Her eyes cleared, somewhat. "I'm 14," she replied in a soft voice. And I
continued falling from the cliff.
"14?" I whispered into her luxuriant mane of hair. "How can you be 14?
Just look at those legs. Are those the legs of a 14yr girl? I don't
think so," I breathed. "I just love how you look in those heels. A girl
can't wear heels like you are, can she?" I asked her, the spicy
questions dripping from me.
Shoshana looked at herself and began to look confused. As she considered
my question and comments, she shook her head. And still I pushed on,
losing what little control of events and the magic I had left.
"You don't look like your 14. A 14yr old is a little girl. Like your
cousins, Tamar and Leah, they are little kids. They have the bodies of
children, don't they? But you certainly don't. Look at how sexy that
skirt looks with your hips and nice round ass. That's not a little girls
butt, no, it's a grown woman's sexy ass, isn't it?"
My hot words were said aloud to her. Her eyes were becoming glazed under
my words and magic and budding sexual excitement. Her upper lip was
crowned with beads of moisture.
"Those big boobs don't belong to a 14yr old? How can they? They are so
big and round. Are you sure you are 14 Shoshana?" I asked with an evil
grin that even took me by surprise. She looked at me and at herself in
the mirror. Her hands rose to just under her breasts and then to my
surprise, she cupped them. She moaned softly and smiled.
"Dina, I'm not sure that I'm 14," she said to me in a soft yet seductive
voice. And then I was a goner.
"I don't think so either Shoshana. I think you are a grown up," I
whispered to her.
"A grown up," she whispered back, as she looked into the mirror and her
own reflection.
I could feel the magic running away from me and out of my control and
for the first time ever, I didn't make any effort to stop it or myself.
I was too caught up in my own lust and desires.
"Yes, you are a grown up. Not 14 at all. You are so beautiful, so sexy
and lovely. You definitely are a woman," I smiled.
"A woman," she echoed back to me, her eyes glazed over and voice
sounding slightly deeper to me, more mature sounding.
"I think you are a beautiful woman. Not a 14yr old little girl. You are
a grown woman. You aren't 14. You must be my age. You are my age aren't
you?" I whispered and let my hand lightly touch her hair. "You are 28,
yes, you are definitely 28," I said lovingly, feeling the softness of
her hair. "Not in Middle School or even High School. You are a grown
woman of 28," I repeated.
And with that, she looked into the mirror and smiled, "Yes Dina, you're
right, I am 28."
With her saying those words, several things happened. I'm not totally
sure what happened first or in what order. The first was, I could feel
all the magic I had spinning around suddenly attach part of itself to
Shoshana and part dispersed, I was not sure to where... The next thing
was, we both heard the key enter the lock on the door and the tumbler
turn the bolt. That noise hit me funny. Like I suddenly snapped out of a
trance. Not like I was in a trace, but you know how you can drive on the
highway?
And you travel miles and miles and suddenly look at the road sign and
think with surprise, "How did I get here?" That's the feeling. Like I
suddenly regained consciousness and awareness of where I was and what I
was doing. I pulled my hand from Shoshana. I looked at her. It was her,
but somehow, someway, she was definitely not the same. She was still in
the same outfit. High heels, nylons, snug black mini and white blouse
and sporting the Grand Canyon of cleavage still. But her appearance was
clearly not the same. Her eyes were different and her skin was slightly
more tan or olive in complexion. And that's when it hit me like a 2 X 4
in the face. She really was 28. I had so totally fucked up and lost
control. I had doubled her age!! She really wasn't a teen anymore, she
was in reality 28. Before I could say or do anything, the other kids,
her former posse, came in, the door swinging behind them. They tossed
empty cups into a wastebasket and I cringed to hear them say anything,
but their expressions didn't betray that anything was amiss.
Before I could say anything, Shoshana put up her hand and made a motion
to me, as if to say, "Don't say a word."
"Hi Shosie!" said Tamar (It was Tamar, she put the key down on the
counter for me). "How did the photos go?" All three of them looked at
Shoshana and didn't seem to notice anything amiss.
"Hi guys, they went great. I'll show them to you when I get final copies
made. Now, remember, you are my favorite cousins and all. But if you are
all not out in front on time to be picked up, I'll be very pissed and I
won't give you guys a ride ever again! See you and try to enjoy the
summer," she teased them effortlessly.
Leah looked at Shoshana and me and seemed about to ask something, when
she shook her head and smile. "Ok, I'd hate to see you pissed. My mom
said not to upset you and get you mad. Call us! Bye Dina, nice meeting
you," Leah said and they all grumbled something along those lines to me
as they left. As they passed by me, I got sudden shots of the future for
them. Some of those rare shots I mentioned. Still waiting for the lotto
numbers though. The door closed, Shoshana grabbed the key and locked the
door again, putting up the closed sign. She sat on the stool, looking up
at me and smiling and not saying word one. She opened her purse, now a
modern black leather one, withdrew her wallet and was flipping through
it silently. She was spreading the contents (which looked like a
Driver's License, American Express and a VISA Card, at least $150 in
cash and various business cards), across the counter top. Finally I
spoke first.
"Um, you know what happened?" I asked her.
Slowly and deliberately, she turned to look at me. And to my surprise
she was smiling. "Yes, I know exactly what happened. Basically, I fast-
forwarded from 14 to 28 years old and skipped living all the steps in-
between," she answered in a clear voice. No rancor, no shock and no
accusations. I was stunned and weakly replied to her.
"I think I can undo this and return things. I'm not 100% sure how, but I
can try and find out," I weakly mumbled.
Shoshana looked at me and had a huge grin on her face. "Why would I want
you to do that?" she inquired with a crooked grin. A very appealing grin
at that. I was finding I could really get used to seeing that grin.
"Well, because you are supposed to be 14, that's why. I know that's a
weak answer, but it's the best I can do. And wait!! How do you know and
remember what happened?" It suddenly occurred to me to ask. She stood
and went to the mirror and started brushing her hair as she spoke.
"Remember when we asked if you were a MOTT? A Member of The Tribe? You
are not the only part of the Tribe who has certain, say I say, gifts? I
have some also. (I know I must have turned pale). But my only gift is
that sometimes I can predict what card comes next in the deck. Daddy
always teased me that when I was older, we'd hit Las Vegas and try to
earn some dollars. Of course, that would be wrong," she giggled and
continued onwards.
"I suspect my small gift allowed me to be somewhat aware of what was
happening and retain my sense of identity and history. (I nodded; it
made as much sense as anything else). Looking at my wallet, I can safely
say, that life is good. (Shoshana giggled and smiled. She held out a
Driver's License and business card). I'm 28, have a Master's Degree from
UCLA in Biology. I have a great job doing research at Gemtek
Pharmaceuticals. I really love what I do, in a field I enjoy. It was a
path I was starting down when I was a young teen. All you did was let me
skip the part in the middle. The boring parts, the parts I was not
enjoying anyway," she said as she gathered her things.
"Really, are you sure?" I grasped at straws, I was worried and concerned
I had totally trashed her life beyond repair.
"Of course, definitely. Listen; at 14 I had the body of a 20 year old. I
was more buxom then any of my teachers or friends and got teased
endlessly. I felt bad for how overdeveloped I was and how the puberty
fairy had skipped Tamar and Leah. Bye the way, can you help or do
anything for them?" she inquired of me.
I pondered that for a moment. I had certainly had enough of bending the
rules for one day and I considered the vision I had of the girls as they
had left my store. "Honestly, I could, but I'm afraid to," I said.
She nodded, as if to say, "I understand."
But I continued, "The truth is, I can tell you that by Thanksgiving Leah
and Tamar will look different. The Puberty Fairy, as you put it, will
visit them. They will be both about 2 inches taller and maybe 20 pounds
heavier. They will both be on the Freshman Girl's Soccer team and the
added weight will round them out," I offered her.
"That's good to hear, I do love them so," she smiled and looked happy at
the news. "I suppose Debbie will be Homecoming Queen someday?" She
asked.
"Well Duh!! Of course she will," I teased. Just then, her cell phone
went off. But instead of a clucking chicken, a more "normal" ring tone
was heard. She answered it and had a short conversation with her father.
It seems he was dating now and was very happy. His girlfriend was
expecting Shoshana for dinner that night, to dine with them. Shoshana
hung up and we sat silently for a moment. Lord, she was lovely, I
thought as I drank in her long legs and admired her tight waist. She
looked at me thoughtfully again.
"See, one more good thing, my Daddy is out and about and dating and
happy. The lady he is seeing is someone I know and she is very nice.
She's not my mom, but she's pretty and Dad likes her. I have you to
thank for that," she said.
"They sound wonderful. I'm glad they are happy. And you too," I wanly
smiled.
Shoshana smiled at me and then giggled and clapped her hands together.
"Listen, regarding dinner tonight. How would you like to be my guest? Be
my date?" she asked with expressive green eyes. I blushed and answered
her.
"Are you sure? I mean, well, yes, I'd love to. Are you sure you want to
bring me home to meet your dad? Is it ok with them for you to bring a
guest?" I asked.
"Of course it's ok. They would be delighted if I bring someone.
Especially someone as lovely as you are. And an independent
businesswoman and MOTT besides," she smiled warmly. "It's going to be
such fun," she bubbled over.
"Ok, I surrender to your superior skills of negotiation," I said in mock
resignation.
Shoshana jumped up and squealed. She grabbed my hand and pulled me to
her. With out thinking my arms went around her and her arms went around
my back, pulling us close to each other. Being the same height and both
buxom, there were some things between us. Ok, actually 4 of them. You
know what? It felt good to me. Still hugging, our faces turned to each
other. We were looking eye to eye, from inches away. Shoshanna's hand
went behind my head and she pulled me to her lips. My eyes closed and
our lips met. I found heaven in a small place. After feeling the earth
move and the sky tumbling down, I opened my eyes and drew back my face.
Her eyes were before mine, liquid, laughing and lovely.
I purred with contentment and asked her, "Are you always this
assertive?" I teased her, remembering an earlier conversation, a mere 14
years before. Her reply was to softly pull my face to hers and kiss me
again.