“And when you do start dating,” she says, “don’t just settle for anyone. Don’t date a jerk just because you’re an ex-con. You deserve someone who treats you right.” “Mmm…” For a moment, I allow myself to think about the possibility of dating a man in the future. I close my eyes, trying to imagine what he might look like. Unbidden, the image of Andrew Winchester fills my head, with his easy charm and handsome smile. My eyes fly open. Oh no. No way. I can’t even think it. “Also,” Pam adds, “you’re beautiful. You shouldn’t settle.”
