For two nights after that I didn't sleep a wink. I dreamed about the "woman of my life", after all the privations of life here in Sarajevo, as a reward for the difficult and lonely time. I dreamed about Pablo, my guardian angel, Pablo who had introduced me to this wonderful woman. I was enchanted by her laughter, by her charm, by her sincerity, by her warmth, by her sensuality, by her sensibility, by she herself. I wrote Katherine two letters in this sleepless and helpless state:
Dear Katherine! Come il tempo vola... and it was 2 p.m.! I'm feeling very well after our lunch, after our discussions. I'm feeling better! I wasn't nervous anymore because you gave me the possibility to speak about my feelings, about my walking dreams of last night. I like you because you are such a sensitive person, because we can have such deep discussions, because we can speak about everything. I like your honesty! I'm feeling better because I could speak, smile and laugh with you! I like your humor.
Renato.
and:
Dear Katherine! You were in Italy 8 times last year. This is my wonderful country! In February '96 you were in London, in bookshops, at the same time that I was in this rich cultural town too. You know so many places that I know. Yesterday we made a world trip - with words and eyes! I agree: Carefulness and respect - both are very important, for you and for me! Its not easy to forget what happened in your life, in my life. Wounds have to be healed! I would be very happy if you told me whether I 'disturb' you. Respect is very important for me! Have a nice time!
Renato.