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Sandra Wagner-Wright
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Two Coins: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)
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Unanswered Questions
Mary receives a letter from the Ladies' Association. "The verdict is in," she thinks. "They probably ruled against me. At least I'll have an answer." Mrs. Wilson opens the letter. Mary is summoned back to Edinburgh. No verdict. No closure. Nothing. I think Mary would have been happier if they just fired her. Then her ordeal would be over. Now, she's back where she started. Facing unknown outcomes is one of the hardest things we do. Will I be accepted? Will I reach my goal? Does the person I love feel the same way about me? Life is full of uncertainty and unanswered questions.
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Two Coins: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)
I realize I’m holding my breath, and exhale. Whatever the letter says, I’ve done everything possible to defend myself. I offer a quick prayer for strength. “Mrs. Wilson, please, what does the letter say?”
“Nothing useful, as is typical for churchmen. They want you back in Edinburgh as soon as possible.” Mrs. Wilson gives me a short hug. “I’m sorry for your trouble.”
I feel elated and distraught at the same time. Elated that I’m not dismissed. Distraught because I haven’t prevailed. I put the letter in my pocket and walk outside. Flora and Catriona sit sewing in the sun. They wave at me. I burst into tears.
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