I felt sorry for his wife; a decade younger, strong and beautiful. She knew when to be quiet and when to be forceful in any crowd. She was as respecte... as he was. Behind the scenes she had a distaste for politics but in public she was rock solid. They had two girls, both in the medical profession; one a brain surgeon, the other a cancer specialist.It was one long flight from DC to Tokyo. The two day meeting was a welcome relief between arriving and returning home.Landing at Andrews on Tuesday. "This one?" She held out a wisp of scarlet material in front ofRick. "No they're crotchless, or is your girlfriend not ready for them,yet?" Rick shook his head, aghast at the thought. "Pity, I think theywould look wonderful and so liberating. Ah, now this is perfect for you,I think." She placed a piece flimsy silk into Rick's hands and he stood,rooted to the spot as he felt the silk sliding over his fingers. "That'sa yes, then." said Alice, as she watched the look of bliss flash acrossRick's. The air was crisp as she stepped out of the car and gathered her packages. Welcoming her in, aunt Lily, (Lil to family and friends) hugged her. Placing the gifts around the tree, Lil handed her a drink to ward off the cold. After dinner Pam went to the guest room to unpack her bags. After her shower she put her nightgown and robe on before coming back down stairs. Lil was sitting on the couch as Pam walked in. The room was lit by glow from fireplace. It wouldn't be Christmas without you here,. " What is it about my earrings, I'll get rid..." She put her fingers onmy lips and said "Shh, don't talk I have something I need to say. It'svery hard for me so please don't interrupt me." Ok" You are my best friend and I need someone to talk with. I have notdated many boys. I had plenty ask me out but I wasn't interested. Whenwe met at the salon, I felt that there was something different aboutyou. I couldn't put my finger on it but there was something about youthat I immediately found.