Summary

“Just a Quick Email” - This short piece of fiction is written in the voice of a woman named Ronda, the wife of a successful attorney, sending an email to Robin who, the email reveals, was left a paraplegic as the result of a car accident in which Ronda was also injured, but relatively lightly. In the email, Ronda complains that the wedding present recently sent by Robin (a gift certificate for two pizzas) was inappropriately cheap, but then reveals her excitement at all the very expensive activities that are keeping her busy. At the same time, Ronda suggests that it’s time for Robin to get over what happened and start living her life. The email also reveals that Ronda’s husband is trying to get the DUI (driving under the influence) off her record, that Ronda was responsible for the car...