Joy

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I know I am materialistic but you would be too if you had to go through school being teased by the other girls because of your raggedly clothes and never getting asked for dates by the "Cool" boys.

Even after school I could only get a job as a "Temp," replacing people on vacation or sick. My clothes weren't raggy any more but they were still cheap.

My life changed when I went to work as a receptionist for a lawyer. A handsome distinguished looking man about forty came in for his appointment. When I led him in to the office my boss introduced him. I recognized the name. His fore-fathers had helped found Seattle. I knew he was very rich and was pleased when he told my boss that he was lucky to have such a lovely receptionist.

When he came out of the office he said, "I understand you are a temp. I have some unusual temp duties for you if you would be interested. I am obligated to take some business friends to the ballet and my girl friend is ill. Would you consider being my escort? I would pay one hundred dollars as I have no time to make other arrangements."

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