Horses, buggies and people crowded the busy thoroughfare, more than a few making Joslin’s their destination. It wasn’t really much of a day off, not with the final rehearsal of Little Women this morning and tonight’s performance still looming. With the remnants of a headache and last night’s loss of sleep, she should be taking a nap. But when Miss Clay had announced a shortened day of school, the children had all chattered non-stop about visiting Joslin’s Dry Goods Company.The temptation of coconut dainties and chocolate fudge had swayed her to do the same. Today was a chocolate day, if ever there was one, and Sarah intended to drown in the sweet confections. Between Daniel and the play, she’d had all the strain she could handle and a relaxing afternoon sampling Thursday candy specials was just the ticket. She’d make her purchase, go home, and spend the afternoon getting fat.She crossed Larimer and stepped into the busy store. Here and there, she recognized children she knew.
