RANSVESTIA

length mirror and was pleased with the total effect. Her waistline appeared even smaller as it did whenever she wore black and her smooth legs were shapely.

Her observation was interrupted by Liz remarking. "How well you look. Let's wear our stoles tonight since it is rather cool, and we just don't get enough occasion for really dressing. That all right with you, honey?" Harriet was quick to agree.

It was strange to hear Harriet ask Liz what she should talk about with strange men and to be aware that she had never been on a date as a woman before. Liz regarded the well formed figure that was the equal of her own before she replied.

"Just be yourself and show interest in what the other person is saying. In social settings the woman who is a good listener, rather than a great talker is the most sought after. I think you will find the evening most interesting. I hope we did the right thing in accepting the invitation, but I did want to help Mary out.”

Soon their company arrived and after introductions, the two girls draped their stoles over their shoulders and everyone left for the big evening.

Mary drove, since Fred's car was being repaired and she and Fred got in the front seat and Liz joined them. Al and Jerry, Fred's friends, sat on each side of Harriet in the back seat were she had been placed. Liz was tempted to turn around and see how Harriet was reacting to this, but did not do so.

Enroute to the restaurant, the conversation was mostly small talk. Be- cause of the crowded confines of the car, Harriet was a bit uncomfortable as Al's legs brushed against hers with planned regularity, and that Jerry insisted on holding her gloved hand. She had not anticipated this and really did not like it.

The meal was excellent and while Liz and Mary were dancing, Al asked Harriet how she spent her time.

"My sister and I run a charm school and have been very busy managing it. We live a quiet life but we do have good friends and good times with them. Harriet answered. For the first time she was aware that when she said friends, she meant women friends and not men!

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