Book Eleven: Steve's Letter - Berkinsville, #11

At this point in the story, Diane thought it best she delegate the writing of Prologues and Epilogues to me.  I am Annie, granddaughter to Janet and John.  Remember, Diane is writing these books after the year 2000, over 30 years after the events she is describing.  I am assisting Diane at her request.

The other thing you need to know about me is I inherited Molly's special sensitivity.  Think of it as the 'family curse' if you like.  I don't know what it's like to be 'normal' so I don't think in those terms.  I have adjusted to being different and just try to deal with it in a kind and helpful way.  I get a little support from Catherine from time to time.  If that makes you smile it's ok.

So why does Diane want me to take over writing the 'Prologue,' and 'Epilogue'?  Up to now, she has been ok handling descriptions of herself back when she was a beautiful model.  And she has been ok writing about her secret crush on Steve.  However, when she got to writing about the letter from Steve at the end of this book, she turned to me and said, "I can write the story, but I can't step aside and comment on it."  I watched her try.  And I agree.  She answers my questions about it with great emotion.  

So, up to now, I have been helping with the mechanics of creating the manuscripts.  And, with my special sensitivity, I have more and more been holding her accountable when she has tried to avoid fully describing how people related to her back then.  At the beginning, she said you would know the full story.  I'm here to assure that she keeps that promise.  Especially where her part is concerned.  Especially where Steve is concerned!  --  Annie