This would more than make up our losses in ‘96 and cement him as a great leader of the House, like Sam Rayburn and Tip O’Neill. He then proceeded ...o share these polls with all his top buddies.The actual net result? Zero! We lost four Republican seats to Democratic newcomers and stripped four Democratic seats in return. To what extent the polls were accurate and to what extent Newt was simply finding things he wanted to find wasn’t clear. I can say with a hundred percent certainty that Newt. I mean, Yes, it’s normal to be naked in here, I guess, as long as it’s all girls, but usually it takes me a bit to relax enough, and get hot and sweaty enough, to open my towel all the way.”“Oh, yeah, um, I guess I am just more comfortable these days, it’s like no big deal”“No big deal?” Steph adjusted her towel around her waist, the sweat beginning to glisten all down her torso. Wiping a hand along her stomach, she wiped the excess perspiration off on her towel. Glancing over at Jen and Ree. " Mizz Cindy, let me tell you what I see sitting here," he said. He looked serious.I was a little bit concerned with the look on his face. I didn't know it was his 'business face'. "Yessir," I said. "I'm interested in what you think." I think I see a very calm, intelligent, happy, and most of all, for her age, incredibly mature, young lady." Thank you," I said. I guess my smile came back out."Yes, you should smile, Cindy. This is one of the things I do for Auburn, work with 'gifted' students. I. .. If he does what he says, then we should give him the benefit of the doubt. You're so cynical, Daddy." Maybe a little. You're ready for your test tomorrow, aren't you? I know this was important, but so are your studies. You need to keep your grades up so you can move on from community college." I'm ready. I really like that class, so it's easy for me." I trust you." He then laughed when a vine snaked out to tug on Brina's blouse. "I think your mother wants to talk to you. Go see her, tell her.