Her bulge was obvious, and her regulars asked for updates, often. A few wanted to hold a shower for her, and she responded by inviting them to the one...the Grandmothers were planning. She’d just won Restaurant of the Year from the city, and I promised to hang a copy in my office alongside the awards I’d won over the years.A couple of young guys followed me in but I paid them no attention. Her prices were reasonable enough for most all to eat there and it was always a mixed crowd. I didn’t. Though that seems to meto be one of the more bizarre manifestations ofreligion, he follows it to the letter. He is moral tothe point of sainthood. He follows every directive that the Pope hands down. Hedoes not practice any form of birth control and as aresult has fathered six children to this point. He doesnot believe in public schools so his wife home- schoolsall of his children. I’ve met these children and theyare intelligent, thoughtful kids that any parent wouldbe proud to have. He. I ahve wanted you for so long."Wow! Her I am, growing up and thinking mom doesn't want to be in that situation with me again, but all this time, I read her wrong. "Why didn't you say something? You know Ginger and I have been lovers for years. You have always been the most important woman in my life and making you happy is something I would never stop trying to do."I bent down and kissed her again and while she was kissing me, I scooped her up in my arms and carried her off to our bed. I. It’s not like she’s wandering the streets by herself, they’re in the courthouse. The cops are there, if he tries anything, maybe they’ll tase him.’ Dimitri couldn’t help but laugh at that. He sighed and shook his head. ‘I know, man. I just…’ He trailed off, stopping himself. There was a substitution somewhere behind his tongue. ‘I just want her to be alright.’ Ryan nodded, standing and patting his shoulder before turning and walking out of the room. * * * * * * * * * * Madi settled behind the.