Polly and the Princess

In a genteel summer retreat where well‑heeled ladies pass the time with endless gossip and endless waffles, a shy young visitor arrives with a purpose beyond the usual social niceties. Polly Dudley, the spirited daughter of a respected doctor, steps into the world of Miss Juanita Sterling—a delicate young woman confined to bed, her health fragile and her spirit yearning for something more. Their tentative conversation hints at a bond that could lift the weight of illness and bring a fresh perspective to the stifling routines of the holiday home.

The narrative captures the charming absurdities of early‑twentieth‑century genteel life: the ritual of Thursday waffle breakfasts, the whispered judgments of the resident matrons, and the quiet yearning that underlies polite conversation. As Polly’s optimism meets Juanita’s restless longing, listeners are invited into a tender exploration of friendship, hope, and the gentle rebellion against a world that seems intent on keeping both women confined to their prescribed roles.