I have reread this story so many times. I love every part of it. Some folks talk about the art being not to their taste -- I think the art emphasizes the parts the author wants clear and gives less detail to the parts that aren't so important. For instance, the eyes, neck, wrists, etc. are very clear and well defined when needed. It adds emphasis to the message. If anyone knows if the author continued to the cafe owner's story somewhere, please let us all know by posting it in this thread.
Kiss Blue