"South Africa has almost eradicated malaria. We'll be going in their winter, too, so no need to worry about mosquitoes," she said, hoping to alleviate his fears. Penelope was pretty pleased with herself for making him forget about his woes, at least momentarily.
She looked at the liquid in the glass and frowned. Penny might be as tough and brave as any man, but she was very much a girl when it came to alcohol. The fruitier, the better. She took and experimental sip and made a face. "I was just reminded how much I hate this stuff." Even that small swallow made her throat burn and her eyes water. "Gross," she said, taking another drink and forcing it down.