The Galisteo Escarpment. Douglas Atwill

teach plein air painting. After this summer at Gordes, it interests me more than I would have thought.”

      “Also, done. What will you teach, Carrie?”

      “I don’t really know at this time. Something about modernism and O’Keeffe, I suppose. Feminist Art in the twentieth century. The Small Painting and Modernism, how does that sound?”

      “And Sam?”

      “If they have studio courses, I would like to take on those. Studio Workshop with Professor Bonifacio. “

      “I am sure Lionel will be delighted with all of this.”

      With that, Margaret went to the front desk to make arrangements for her flight home. She kissed Neil and shook hands with the other two. The dinner and the interview were over, but the others stayed on to finish the wine.

      Sam said, “I wonder of the State Department knows about her. She could make a difference in the Middle East.”

      “And the two of you dare question the power of women,” Carrie said.

      “I learned as a boy to just step aside when Margaret wanted something. It just wasn’t worth the bruises to oppose her. So we are all going to Santa Fe.”

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      Wood Over Water

      “Hello, Hetty, is that you?” Carrie said.