I pass the following days as if in a trance.

I tried to speak to Ralph several times, but I was unsuccessful. Each time I hear another excuse. Then he is busy finishing work so he will be free to go on a honeymoon with me, then again he is on a business trip and comes back late. Every time I try, I'm faced with another reason why I can't meet him.

I spend a lot of time with Elena.

She is so lively and has much to say about the school and her friends. The child really distracts me from my problems and I enjoy her presence at the...