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Ruby sat on the bed she shared with her husband, holding the letter. There was something thrilling and, at the same time, terrifying about the letter. Taking a deep, thoughtful breath, Ruby read the letter yet again, reassuring herself that, at least in one person’s eyes, she did have what it takes to reach her goals. After all these years of waiting and summoning her courage, scrimping and saving, was she finally going to take the opportunity she had been denied those many years ago? Ruby tucked the letter back under the mattress. No, today wasn’t the day to tell Max. She had to wait until just the right moment; a good day when Max was full of smiles and hope and good humor. Maybe once spring arrived, carrying with it the promise of sunshine and more work, she would muster the courage to approach her husband.
Why does the letter mean so much to Ruby?
Why doesn't Ruby tell Max about the letter?
The letter meant so much to Ruby because it was allowing her to reach her goals.
Ruby does not tell Max about the letter because Max is depressed and does not have a lot of work.