Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Personal Demons


She sat in the lobby with her hands folded in her lap, her back straight and her purse positioned just so on the floor next to her foot.  She kept her expression neutral and composed, a deceptive mask hiding her racing pulse. 

The interview was scheduled for eleven o’clock.  She arrived fifteen minutes early, giving her the opportunity to focus on the relaxation techniques she had learned.

“Ms. Pearson will see you now.”

She took a calming breath and stood up.  So far.  So good.  It seemed she would be able to keep her personal demons under control this time.

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