— without a stop. It was a hot day, too, about the same kind of day on which he’d collapsed not long before. But he knew enough now to be sure to drink often, and didn’t try to push too hard. He was walking faster and expected to be able to run a full mile very soon. One day soon after, Paul mentioned that he was going to the park the next day to play some ball. “I don’t know whether you want to go, after what happened last time.…” “Sure!” Theo said. Paul was surprised by Theo’s enthusiasm. Actually, Theo was a little surprised himself. But he wanted to go. He was feeling different about himself, less worried about making mistakes. “Great!” Paul said. “Come by here tomorrow at two o’clock and we’ll ride over.” Theo shook his head. “I’m going to run in the park first. I’ll meet you there.” “Okay,” Paul agreed. “If you want, I can stop by your place and bring your glove.”
