Eisley’s maroon, rust-covered, hatchback pulled into the driveway. She parked and stared at the porch. I stood and started down the steps. A huge smile spread across her face and she threw open her car door. “Kansas! You’re early!” She ran across her lawn and launched herself at me. I wrapped my arms around her and spun her. “I wanted to surprise you.” “Well, it worked!” Her giggle made my mood soar.
