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A Paddling in the Everglades
by Magdalena Barr
Carla was shocked when she tried to enter Edward's study. She could barely open the door and had to set the stack of books down on a side table so she could maneuver the assortment of boxes blocking her entry. She did not hesitate to examine their contents. They were not sealed and seemed to be from a top of the line outfitter. She sighed deeply; this must be preparation for Edward's next adventure into the wilderness. A quick glance at the pile of books on his desk informed her of their next destination. Birds of the Florida Everglades, Canoeing Adventures in the Everglades, Dangerous Wildlife of the Florida Everglades.

Her heart thumped at that last title. Every few months this occurred; Edward would read an article or view a documentary on the travel channel and off they would go to explore, usually in their luxury Recreational Vehicle. This time they would fly to their destination. Carla wondered if Edward might ship all these boxes of provisions and camping equipment. She did not see a canoe, thank goodness. But she worried he had ordered one.

Carla stood there in their Fifth Avenue penthouse suite with a stunning view of New York City and took a deep breath. She loved Edward; he was generous and kind. They enjoyed a deeply satisfying personal relationship, but sometimes he would pursue an inspiration beyond the point of safety and into the realm of dangerous. And he always wanted her company.

There were alligators in the Everglades and exotic water snakes people purchased from smugglers and then discarded once the creatures grew beyond a manageable size. Each year some foolish innocent who has no clue regarding the dangers of this wild place loses a leg and sometimes their life because they think the "water of grass" is a Disney Park petting zoo. A canoe trip through these waters was not like a 3-mile hike through a state park of hemlock trees carrying a picnic lunch. Since Edward never mentioned canoeing, it was unlikely he had experience. Carla set aside her current task and settled in with the stack of brochures to study.

By the time Edward entered the study, Carla had discarded - actually shredded - all the brochures that offered only a map and a canoe rental and saved only those that offered a guide who would sit in the stern and navigate the canoe. Armed with the right literature, she was feeling a sense of control over the situation.

"My dear, I see you have discovered my little secret," Edward said with a serene smile. "I hope you are excited," he said. "I selected an excursion so we have the maximum amount of privacy, after all, we do not want another person intruding. Now, let me see the stack," he said as he extended his hand.

"This is the one you want, right?" Carla said quietly.