“It’s ok, I completely understand what it’s like when you are under a deadline.”

“Well thank you, I appreciate that.”

“I called to see if your offer still stands to have some of the kids come down.” Tina sounds excited.

“Of course.” Harper smiles thinking about the prospect of helping out.

“Do you think I could swing by today? If it’s not an imposition. I would like to check it out and I am going to be in your area.” Tina sounds business like.

“Sure, stop by any time. I’ll be here at least until 7.”

“Great! I’ll swing by around 4:30 or so.”

“Sounds great Tina, I look forward to it.”

“See you then.” Tina says.

“Great, bye.”

They end the call.

***

Harper gives her crew a heads up on what she is thinking about doing with Tina. They are all into the idea of showing kids the ropes. And the possibility of an internship makes them all smile thinking of an extra set of hands to help out.

When Tina arrives Harper is back to work on her poster design at her desk. Maggie shows Tina up to the office.

“Tina! Welcome!” Harper says getting up to greet her.

“Thanks for seeing me. I know you are busy.” Tina says shaking Harper’s hand.

“Here have a seat. Can I get you anything to drink? Some water, tea?”

“I’m fine thank you.” The pregnant lady takes a seat. Tina let’s her eyes roam around Harper’s large office. She admires the photographs and artwork that hang on the walls. She points to the wall covered with framed silk screened posters. “Did you do those?”

Harper looks to see what Tina is pointing at. “Yep those are a few of my favorites.”

“They are amazing. And you designed them?” Tina says still staring at them.

“All but the last one on the right. That one we just screened.” Harper smiles.

“Wow, they’re really impressive.”

“Thank you. I’m working on another one right now.” Harper turns her monitor for Tina to see.

Tina leans forward and looks at the screen. “Awesome.” She leans back in her chair. “Several of the kids involved with the center are really good artists. I think they would really like seeing what you do here.”