Chapter 4-5

DD,

I rose early this morning, and now, even before the first cock’s crow, I enjoy the quiet energy of Big City as it awakes. Last night, my opening night with the Clothespin Repertory Theatre, was everything I dreamed it would be and more -- frightening, thrilling, exhilarating. I can’t sleep. I can only flutter happily from pillar to post. This is my first day off in weeks and I plan to enjoy every minute.

Before the First Cock’s Crow