The pale yellow moon rested high in the chilly March darkness, watching as I hurriedly ran to my parked car. Waiting for the motor to warm up, I sat gripping the wheel, as tiredness overcame me. I wanted supper, a shower and bed, nothing else. I drove at a timid pace, letting the maniacs fly around me. A close friend once told me that it is better to have an asshole in front of you, than a prick behind you. Finally, the blissful sight of my quiet house greeted my eyes.
I ate a light meal of cheese and grapes, along with a glass of cold milk. I cleaned up the small amount of dishes, listening to the calming quietness of the house. I turned off the phone ringers, turned on the answering machine, making sure its volume button was on zero. No one would disturb me now. I needed peace of mind.
I ran the bath water at the hottest temperature that my body would allow. The scent of pears floated in the room, as I watched the bubbles of the bath foam fill the tub. I lit a solitary candle and placed it on the rim of the tub. With a fresh towel and face cloth close by, I removed my clothes, to blissfully sink into the water.
The bath gave me comfort, as the achy tiredness departed and relaxation became my state of mind. I stretched out, resting my head on the face cloth, using it as a pillow. The bubbles popped and crackled against my luminous skin. I stared at my legs for a long time, noting their sculptured muscles. The flickering yellow glow from the candles made them appear glamorous. I ran a manicured pink nail over my thigh, thinking how the right lighting can make anyone look like a beauty queen.