Endings and Beginnings by Redi Tlhabi

“The umbrella wasn’t big enough for us both, but he held it so that I didn’t get a single drop on me, while he was exposed to the downpour.  I was so touched by this kindness that tears began to roll down my cheeks.  I know he noticed, but he didn’t say a word.  I thought I saw a teary glint in his eyes too.  I wept all the way home, and not a word passed between us”