But that's okay too. I'm just happy being an old fart." You're not THAT old," Meredith said. "We had fun on your birthday acouple of weeks ago, didn't...we?" Oh- definitely," Janet replied. "But 44 is a long way from 24, and eventhat's a long way from where Ellie and Lindsay are now." Well- thanks for making me feel old, heh," Shannon chuckled."Ah, you and Jason will be knee deep in kids before too long," Janetteased. "Then you'll be neck-deep in teenagers and wondering where yourlife went, heh.. " Blushing she said, we're about the same size I think."I let her wander ahead, she had two in her hand but she was looking forone that was more flexible."Toni's looking for some toys I gather." I turned to see Cpl Wilkes."Yes, she wants to learn how to please a guy orally, with the thoughtof saving her virginity for the right person," I told her."God I wish my Mom had been as cool about this as you are. Do you thinkshe'd like a little helpful advice from me?" All we can do is ask," I said as. ." He snapped his fingers, "Got it!" He picked up the telephone and dialed swiftly, talking fast as his number rang, "What we have to do is discredit her, that way if she does tell, no one will believe her... Hello, Eula? Get me Tully, and this is important! Get him on the line just as fast as you can." He mopped at his brow with a handkerchief as he waited. There was an intercom system connecting the main house with the dairy barn, and in a few seconds the line clicked and Tully, the man who. “I am going to confront him!” I stated firmly then turned to leave.Gwen grabbed my hand.“Tom don’t. It's macho and sweet that you want to do something. But don't make a scene, at least not tonight,” Gwen pleaded.She stood and gave me a long passionate kiss. “Let’s get back before we are missed,” she said moving toward the door.We reentered the dance area. We both got some punch before we danced together for a few songs. Linda, Gwen’s friend, and John, my friend, came over after one song ended.