Sublime

Not handsome, exactly—in fact, he teetered on the edge of ugly: short and slightly stocky, with thinning black hair. But his skin was deeply tanned, as though he flew to the Mediterranean instead of the endless Minneapolis-Detroit-Chicago route, and his thick lips were sensual, his teeth startling white. He exuded a vitality and alertness that was

taupe,

Terry's smile

I always liked Terry. He was a man's man, very much so, generous and brave and clever; but I don't think any of us in college days was quite pleased to have him with our sisters.

propriety.

After fifteen years of marriage and three growing kids, Sara is full of resentment from years of harsh words and perceived betrayals, while Alan can’t see the problem and wants to continue on together indefinitely.