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Pray for That Girl

Laura Handy

Submitted to Contest #264

"Are you sure this dress is OK?" Lydia asked Phil as she scanned the attire of other guests entering the Catholic church. "It's fine," said Phil. "Don't worry. You won't spontaneously combust from a bit of skin showing." Knowing her discomfort, he added, "You look lovely." Lydia wore a sleeveless dress with a deep V-plunge neckline. The midsummer heat deterred her from bringing a shawl, which she now deeply regretted, eyeing the other guests entering the church. "I can't remember the last time I stepped foot in church," Lydia said as Phil h...

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