‘He’s quite dishy,’ said Mary.
‘I saw him first!’ said Tilly. ‘Anyone know his name?’
‘I think it’s Matt,’ said Stella.
They watched surreptitiously as Matt worked the various gym machines, and timed their programs to finish just as his did.
‘Hello, Matt. This is Stella and Mary, and I’m Tilly.’ They all shook hands, Tilly holding his rather longer than the others.
Matt smiled a greeting, trying to memorise their names. He decided he was going to enjoy life in the retirement village.