We were both laughing and joking around. "I guess I still move OK for an old broad don't you think?" "Mom you move great! You could probably make extr... money workin as a dancer", I replied. She just laughed, "yea like anyone wants to see an old mom dancing like some hootchie woman". "Well mom, if ya got it flaunt it". We laughed and had a few sips of our drinks and began talking.The margaritas were going down smooth and we were laughing and having a great time. We were both getting a good buzz. I just need to be away from eyes and..." Cleo trailed off."Sure." Dean said around a mouth full. "Does Jake need you?" No. All the deals were done and Molly told him I wasn't feeling so hot. So he'll hold off unless he really needs me. Speaking of which." Cleo looked to me to take over."Cleo said Jake usually has a July 4th party?" Yeah." Dean said swallowing a gulp of soda. "That's this weekend isn't it?" Great." Muttered Billy. "Means the stables hands will have to be around. Never know which. We've got a two hour drive ahead of us, so get comfortable and contemplate your future."The drive out of state to my secret little cabin was very soothing. I know I take the extra risk transporting her like this, but it pays off since once we're at the cabin, there isn't anybody around for miles, nobody to hear her scream, and I like to hear them scream. Traffic was light, the temperature outdoors perfectly cool, and the moonlight keeping the dark passenger firmly in control, laughing behind. Harper was beside herself because I wouldn’t let her touch any of the puppies. We watched Susie lick each one as it arrived. Harper, under protest, and I left Susie alone until she’d produced six squirmy little creatures.“Why can’t I pet them, Dad?”I gathered Harper for a hug.“They’re very new, sweetie, and Susie has to be sure they’re OK. Besides, you don’t want to disturb them while they’re nursing. They won’t like that and Susie will growl and she might even snap at you. She loves you, you.