“How did the station take it?” Jenna asks.
“He was at his ten-year mark, and since he was injured, and the Chief is a family friend, he did a little magic on the paperwork and got him medically retired. But really, his arm probably will never get back to the regulated ninety percent to go back to active duty. So he will be collect a partial retirement when he hits a certain age.”
“What is the prognosis on his arm?” Emelie asks.
“He’s still working with the physical therapist, and she recommended a friend of hers in Helena. They’re thinking that maybe going once a month for a few specialized treatments might help his arm. The hope is that his arm function will get very close to ninety-five percent, if not more.”
“Wait, I’m confused,” Hope says.
“Okay,” I say. “With his PT here in town saying she couldn’t get him over ninety percent, it made him eligible to be medically retired. Once that happened, she referred him to the one in Helena and we got the better predicted recovery. But it’s speculation, remember.” I say.
“Hah.” The women all smiled.
“How do you like the distillery?” River asks, changing the subject.
“You could tell it was owned by men. They didn’t take advantage of the small details. So, I’m working on redecorating pretty much every space and we are already planning our Christmas retail. Much of it can be done at home, which I love. If I need something, I’ll text Evan to send me a picture of this or that. It saves me time from having to go in,” I giggle.
“Well, I don’t drink Whiskey, but if you can encourage them to get some more flattering women’s clothes, I’d be happy to wear them and promo them any day,” Sage says.
The other girls nod their heads in agreement.
“We are on the same wavelength! I have a few women’s hoodie samples coming. You’ll have to come by when they get here and give me your thoughts,” I say.
We talk well into the night. To cap off a wonderful evening, we get the first peek of the neon color sunsets that summer brings in Montana.
It’s a perfect night and the perfect way to start off my perfect forever.