"Spring is a season for growth." She flounces her hair with both hands, a smile bright for his teasing. It's good that she can do it with any length but the idea of something even more intricate is intimidating.

"I'll try for something on the simpler side first. Honestly, my schedule is equally open. Aside from actual chores, a lot of my time is--makework. Giving myself something to do so I don't go stir crazy."