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sole exception had never had any secrets from each other. He did not feel ashamed for his actions, and had wanted to tell me so that he could obtain my permission to dress openly for his greater enjoyment, but was afraid I would never understand. He also felt that he could not face my disapproval, also the possibility of being denied a practice to which he had become so accustomed and which he found so enjoyable."

Mrs. Moore continued, "This discussion, which went far into the night, was a traumatic experience for both of us, but it resulted in a deeper understanding and love for each other than before. After giving calm and careful thought to what at first appeared to be some form of perversion, I realized that I too loved my clothes for their softness, color and general luxuriousness, and why should a man or boy, who was similarly affected be denied the same pleasure? Apart from the general censure of the public to such practice, which would require a degree of secrecy on our part, why should my son be denied the opportunity to dress as he liked? The upshot of it was, that first from my own wardrobe, and later with purchases from the shop where I work, Richard has accumulated a wardrobe of which any girl would be proud. The only drawback, and it is a serious one, is that he has had no one to parade his clothes before except me. Now, let me finish. All this can change and unless I have read Alan incorrectly, he has the same love for feminine clothes as has Richard, and they could now be able to enjoy their dressing together.

"Now, if you approve, I will call Richard, who is at present sitting at home wearing a beautiful pale green chiffon dress with matching sandals that I brought home to him only yesterday, and that I know he would love to model for an appreciative audience."

Mrs. Moore then put in her call. Although they could hear but one side of the conversation, they could readily imagine the unheard responses. She started off by asking Richard to come over at once to the Wright's house and to go by way of the two back gardens. In response to an apparent question, she replied, "Yes, at once, and just as you are." Undoubtedly there had been a shocked reaction to this request, followed by a rush of words of which they could hear but a murmur. Mrs. Moore then said firmly, "Do as I say Richard and without any further discussion. Have I ever asked you to do anything against your best interests? All I can assure you is that you will be most happy that you followed my instructions."

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