Morty and Sandy are joggers who come upon each other in a park. Both carry scars from life altering experiences - for each decided to take the metaphorical short cut one evening with catastrophic consequences. It is only through Morty's kindness is he able to effect a change in the way Sandy perceives people, and ultimately accepts her physical disfigurement. And through Sandy's ;understanding, is Morty able to begin to forgive himself for a devastating and tragic mistake.