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Last Time I and You
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“OK Peggy. Open your eyes slowly” Peggy slowly opened her eyes to an original signed print entitled ’Last Time I and You’ by the legendary famed and eccentric photographer Carla Marie Freed. Peggy appeared to be in a trance-like state as she gazed upon the beautiful black and white photograph of a woman; the lover that Carla Marie Freed photographed over and over and over again for 12 years. Looking, seeing and re-seeing just to try to get to the truth of the woman.
“Where ever did you find that?”
“Amongst other treasures at an Estate sale.”
“How did you know that I would want this for my collection?”
“You mentioned in an interview recently that your latest passion was photography. I don’t think that any photographic collection would be complete without at least one Carla Marie Freed. I took a chance that ’Last Time I and You’ would be the right one for yours. What do you think?”
Bette was testing the waters to see if she’d gained Peggy’s trust and confidence. She didn’t even quote a price and knew she wouldn’t have to. There would be no haggling involved in this transaction. To her word if Peggy bought it she wouldn’t take any commission from the sale. She knew it was a good investment in her future with this remarkable woman. Peggy was familiar with the work, the artist and the value of an original. As soon as she opened her eyes she knew she would want to have it for her collection. Peggy was very impressed with Bette Porter’s instinct, foresight and obvious knowledge of her clientele’s likings.
“I love it. I’ll not only take the photograph but I will commission you as well. I want to engage your services Bette.”
“Wonderful. Thank you Peggy; you won’t be disappointed. Why don’t I give you a tour of the gallery and we can check to see how James is doing with his charge?”
“I’d like that. I saw a piece at the entrance that caught my attention. It’s the oil painting displayed in the storefront window.”
“Oh yes that would be ’New Beginnings’ by Marcus Allenwood. He’s one of the emerging artists that we featured recently. He is an amazing talent. It wouldn’t surprise me if he was awarded the Whitney Biennial someday.”
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Interesting, I liked it, thanks
I remember this well ! As soon as she walked in with those two pups in tow….poor James. LoL I love love LOVE a well written Peggy portrayal, not to mention an EXQUISITE Bette Porter character background.
I look foward to enjoying this once again.
And for those who have never had the pleasure – this is what and how and to which degree of writing ~ this site was built on!!!
Such a lovely beginning to what I know will be a most enchanting story. Thanks for bringing it back for another chance.
What a lovely start to what I am sure will be an interesting story. These two characters are so well written and believable. Look forward to the next instalment.
I remember these composite scenes. Very enjoyable and brings back fond memories of TLW and Holland Taylor as Peggy Peabody. She was perfect as PP. Nicely done.
I sure remember this story and i’m excited that you’ve decided to post it here but i’m really waiting for a new chapter soon.Thanks again for sharing(-:
getting there for me, can’t wait for the meeting with tibette, nicely done though
really great start. I loved it.
I always liked the character of Holland Taylor in L, he is a wonderful and inimitable personality.
I look forward to the sequel. :)
Beginning very interesting.
Finally managed to read.