after arriving in town , he 'd come here to take a few photographs before beginning to research the article he 'd intended to write , and he could still recall how she 'd appeared suddenly , catching him off guard . his voice is hoarse and his hand is resting just a few inches of where i want it most . i stood at the sink , washing my face with cold water , then with hot water . i did n't drive , so i do n't have much of a leg to stand on . '' 