Bernard and Doris [2007]

1. He says, “I’m just going to adjust your pillow.” He brings her gently forward, as in an embrace, and cradles her. She smiles slightly, peaceful Then he releases her and she lays back against the headboard. She doesn’t say a word. We hear her breathing.
2. The scarf he admires. “It brings out your baby blues.”
3. He unpacks his suitcase and among his clothes are what are undoubtedly two of his most important possessions: framed photographs of Elizabeth Taylor and Peggy Lee.