Page 91 of Someone Knows

“This is Helena Esme from Saint Paul’s Church. I work in the office.”

“What can I do for you, Ms. Esme?”

“Well, first I want to say thank you for your donation. It arrived today, and it’s absolutely beautiful. Our parishioners are in for a treat.”

“I’m glad you think so. Someone special to me visited your church a few weeks ago, and I’m hoping she comes back and gets to see it. It’ll be sort of a surprise. Saint Agnes has a special meaning to her, and I think she’s really going to appreciate it.”

“I’m sure she will. And I personally love it. All the staff feels the same. We’re excited to put it on display for everyone to enjoy. That’s actually why I’m calling. Wouldit be all right if we put your name on a small plaque on the base of the statue? We like to put the donor’s name as a thank-you when we receive such generous gifts.”

“That’s very kind, but I prefer to keep the donations I make to the church anonymous. I’m not looking for attention.”

“Oh, okay. I understand.”

A thought crosses my mind, makes me smile. “Actually, on second thought, would it be okay if I put it in my sister’s name? She passed a long time ago.”

“Of course. We can putdonated in memory of, if you’d like.”

“That would be perfect.”

“Let me just grab a pen, so I can take down the name and make sure I get the spelling of your sister’s name right.”

“All righty.”

Helena comes back on the line a minute later. “Okay, I’m ready. What is your sister’s name?”

“Hannah.Hannah Greer Sawyer.”

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