She opened the window and wondered whether she should begin looking - no! Too obvious, she would just have to wait.
...
It was a glorious day and Liz had just about finished unpacking; she smiled and decided to make a drink and take it outside.
‘Enjoying the weather?’
She stopped and looked up to see a dark haired woman, smiling at her.
‘Oh! Hello!’
‘Hello! Just moved in?’
‘Yes.’
‘What a coincidence! I have too, a week ago in fact.’
‘How funny!’ She laughed. ‘I was going to rely on you as a guide.’
‘Sorry! We’ll have to learn together.’
‘Yes! Anyway! Best get on! My husband will be back soon.’
‘Oh dear! Must have his dinner on the table?’
She laughed. ‘Oh no! Nothing like that thank goodness! Robin couldn’t be like that if he tried!’
‘You’re lucky! I’ve just got out of a relationship.’
‘Oh?’
‘Yes, my fault really.’
‘Oh, not necessarily.’
‘Well, you know.’
‘Well... this must be a fresh start for you too then.’
‘Yes! Hopefully!’
‘Well - I must get on, nice to meet you...’
‘Alison.’
‘I’m Liz.’
‘Pleased to meet you.’
....
‘Hello? I’m home!’