Sub Rosa: October 23, 1961

Summary

• Mary and Roger Adler hosted a party on October 23, 1961, where they announced the engagement of Don Adler and Ruby Reilly.
• Don and Ruby grew close after Don's divorce from Evelyn Hugo, with Don admitting he had feelings for Ruby during the shooting of "Little Women".
• Despite the happiness for Don and Ruby's engagement, there's wonder about Don's feelings towards his ex-wife Evelyn, given her escalating fame.
• The sentiment conveyed is that if they were in Don's place, they might regret having let Evelyn go due to her success.
• Irrespective of Evelyn's rising stardom, Don and Ruby are wished well in their future endeavors, with a hope that their relationship lasts.