The whole scene was busy, even for a Saturday afternoon. Two of the stylists had kids sitting on planks resting on the arms of their chairs. Four men ...at in the other chairs and three wives or mothers sat in the waiting area. Two women were getting manicures. The walls were burnt orange and dark brown, creating a serene backdrop for a very busy place. Before I knew it, I was deep in a zone capturing the scene before me. Lots of people. I loved it.Donna was actually looking over my shoulder at. .. sure ma’am ... I’d ... uhh ... I’d like that...”“Come along then, you can tell the bartender what you want.”Ruthie had to order a non-alcoholic drink because she was not yet 21. That detail embarrassed her, but her companion found it cute. The professional touched her arm as she handed her the drink. It was obvious, even to someone as oblivious to non-verbal cues as Ruthie, that the woman was coming on to her.“Ha! How silly of me! We haven’t even introduced ourselves! My name’s Marla. And. ”My voice came out as a whisper but it was enough for her to hear.“It’s fine. You have lovely hair. Let’s see what we’re going to do with it.”She started folding and tucking it and holding it up on my head in different ways. She kept asking me which one I wanted. I liked nearly every idea she had. In the end, she did something that started off looking like a french braid which gathered all the hair together but then it turned into a knot on the back of my head instead of an actual braid. She. "Stephen just giggled. "I'm fine honey. Richie and I were talking and wedecided to have dinner at our house tonight," Stephen explained. "I hopethat's ok with you?" he asked hoping that he hadn't crossed a line.There was a pause before Emily replied."That's fine honey." Great!" Stephen replied happily. "Richie and I will cook you the bestmeal you've ever tasted," he told her, wanting to impress her. "Oh andhoney?" he added."What?" I've got a surprise for you," he giggled and hung up leaving.