As it got close to nine in the evening, I quickly took a shower. I wanted to make sure I had enough time to pick out a nice dress for the evening service. I didn't want to look messy when Astrid came over.

I have many fancy dresses, but I chose a knee-length one with long sleeves. It fit me snugly and made me feel great! I wore black high-heeled shoes and left my long hair down. Before leaving my room, I put on a bit of makeup - red lipstick and blush on my cheeks. I also curled my eyelashes because I remembered Ryder liked them that way.

When...