They observed all of the specialty booths that were on the edge of thecarnival. They saw booths that would take your photo and photo shop youinto a va...iety of scenes. There were booths that test your skills. Somemerchants offered you a chance to make videos, either a music video or achance to broadcast a historical sporting event. Some vendors offervarious virtual reality experiences, Aaron was interested in trying theNASCAR experience.They saw other types of booths. One offered face painting,. My family is you and your brother andfather," she said dabbing at the tear forming in her eye."I'm sorry Momma," Alex said."I know Baby. This is not an easy road...and I don't know where you willend up. Maybe you are just experimenting, and that's fine, maybe youwill find there is a girl inside you that was always there wanting to getout or some feeling in between. The point is that's all ok. But it willbe tough finding the answers sometimes," Alex sat thinking about this insilence the rest. And trustme, I wouldn't miss a beauty like you." I'm sure you wouldn't," replied Hallie, chuckling to herself. "But thatdoesn't matter now. What matters is that you are done with your wine, andI am ready to perform. So go on, sit on that chair over there. I've got aspecial lap dance routine worked out just for you."Emilio immediately got up and placed himself in the chair that Hallie hadpointed to. As soon as he sat down, she began her routine. She begandancing slowly and provocately, thrusting. She usually had a sad or inspirational tale to tell. Judging by the way her eyes lit up, I was guessing tonight’s would be inspirational. She launched into a grand story, paying most of her attention to Tina.I gave myself permission to fade out and fantasize again. This time, thoughts of platinum blonde hair and sinfully red lips haunted me. I was surprised to find myself attracted to these qualities, deliberately not letting myself dwell on just who—or what—those qualities belonged to.Alarmed.