“Poppy seemed very taken with you today, Oliver,” Clementine states over the low hum of radio music. “You have a sweet disposition with the little ones.” The compliment touches me. For a good portion of the evening, I was in high demand among the assortment of young cousins and the two Labrador retrievers that resided in the home. It was a pleasant feeling to be favored. “Thank you,” I say. “She’s lovely. We had a nice time reading together during our last visit.”
