The door opened, and a vision of loveliness emerged. Lisa was wearing a red ruffled blouse and a black pair of slacks. She carried a women’s study B...ble with commentary by an author whose name I vaguely recognized. I even caught a slight whiff of perfume this morning – something I was certain she didn’t usually wear – when she leaned over to kiss me and wrap me in a brief hug before turning to lock her door.Traffic being surprisingly heavy for a Sunday morning, we arrived with just a couple of. “MOM, NO!”“Start the water and get it. I’ll be right behind you.” Kris unclasped her bra and her son winced at the sight of his mother’s naked breasts.“Mom, don’t do this, it’s-”“It’s what?” Kris asked, unzipping her jeans. She seemed genuinely perplexed by her son’s misgivings about showering with her. She looked at him as though she were expecting a response as she slid her jeans down. She was wearing a pink thong underneath; Wes was fairly certain he’d purchased that very thong himself a few. Only once had Lea given him an actual command. Lots of suggestions, yes, but a command almost never."Decision by committee is foolish," she said. "Listen to the views of our Circle. Discuss the issues, then you will make a decision. Your decision will be final." She walked up to him and wrapped Her arms around him. Thought stopped as She kissed him and whispered, "You are my Avatar, my High Priest. It is your responsibility to keep my people safe." Her words were still echoing in his head as. " You didn't have to. When I was your wife, I tried to look my best foryou." You grew up a girl, into frillies and foundations. Not my thing. Darnit, Pat, I wear lip gloss for you. I was done up when we went to seeyour mother. It's called a compromise and that'll have to do."He gazed at her wearily, disappointed. "I had so hoped by now ...Harriet, yes, you look fine, but I don't think you understand how muchbetter you could look. Most of the other women --" He stopped at herglare and growled,.