.. hmm-mmm-mmm ... mid-October, Charles ... Yes, October 15th, 2003. Now, why did you ask me that, Charles?”Claire had followed me over to Annie and...heard my question to her, along with her answer. She blurted, “OH — my god, Charles! That’s just so terribly romantic!” She quickly was sobbing, her hand over her mouth in astonishment.Everyone clamored in at Claire’s outburst. A mixed chorus of ‘What’s going on?’ filled the room.“Mom, can I share this story with everyone? You probably won’t. As the three of us walked into the foyer, Donna said, "Lorene...I love your robe...where did you get it?" Lorene gave her the name of the store, and Donna ran her hand along Lorene's arm and shoulder. "Oh, very slinky and feminine," she said. I thought I would shoot right there as I watched Donna touch Lorene. "Poor Trev...he has to endure girl-talk," Donna joked. Lorene gave me a sly look, saying, "Aww, he's a guy...doesn't phase him a bit." Donna left, and Lorene went upstairs as I locked the. ’ Then he lay back like one relaxing on his bed after a long day, and died in the street. For almost exactly sixty years, Brian had done exactly that: caring for it, protecting it, and maintaining it every single day. All Keepers serve for sixty years after assuming their duties, and always the position is vacated with the death of the Keeper. In that, it is a gift. The watch forms a symbiotic relationship of sorts with its caretaker, ensuring that he or she will complete their term of service,. ...andI am sure you agree with me that the lovely Victoria will be performingfor your pleasure for many months to come!" The applause broke out againand Annie pushed me back on stage. I took another bow before exiting asgracefully as I could - and promptly burst into tears of relief!Fortunately Annie had a drink waiting for me and I sipped a glass ofbrandy gratefully."No more booze for you until after the show," Annie admonished in mockseverity. "You have to accompany me in a minute and I don't.