I think you've got it right - Lois is trying to protect herself, never letting herself forget that this is a temporary situation for her.
I did get a lot more written last night - not a whole chapter, but a lot more than Lois staring out the window
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Thanks Queenie!!!! She was my inspiration the last two nights - and I think you guys will love what she helped me come up with.
Going to get ready to post!
Carol
