We do not have the option of building a pool complex – we have no space upon which to build it, we have not money with which to build it, and we hav... no time with which to build it. Therefore, our options are limited." She shrugged. "I actually find the thought of standing up before the town here tonight more nerve-wracking than I do standing naked in front of a class of equally naked teens."As Wendy sat down, the Mayor ceded the floor to me."Thank you, Mr. Mayor. Neighbours, I'd like to thank. My mind started to race at a fast pace. I was out of control and there was no stopping it now.I woke up on a deserted beach. The water was relatively calm as the waves gently kissed the shoreline. The sky was a deep blue with a few snow white clouds hanging low like cotton candy. There were trees off in the distance as the white sand beach receded into what appeared to be woods. I took in the beautiful scenery for a moment. The air seemed so fresh and pure by the water I didn't want to leave. Every few months he hosts a little get together at his home. I typically attend these gatherings with my wife, Jessica - but tonight she was called into work.I was pretty disoriented and having a hard time as I stumbled through Fred's house. This was a rare, unfortunate moment. I wasn't the guy who passed out at a party, nor was I the guy who couldn't hold his liquor. I began reaching for my car keys on the table when I heard a loud noise from down the hall. I didn't catch what it was at first,. The meal was a shambles. The whole mood of the day had changed as Beth got drunker and surlier. Every question was met with a curt response, and the bar waiter might have well been on a retainer with her as he seemed to spend most of the time delivering gin and tonics to our table.I watched Cath and Hannah from a distance, silently hoping Beth would hold it together for the rest of the evening. I could feel the tension rising. Even conversation I had with someone was followed by a ‘Who was.