My whole family was really surprised. Almost everyone who ever knew or had ever done business with my family attended my father’s funeral, about 120... in all. It was so big that we had two procession lines of people, in single file, on both sides of his casket who wanted to pay their last respects to my dad. I was very touched by some of the things I’d heard said about my father that day and it gave not only my mother, but the rest of us, his children, comfort and we were all grateful. My. He did some quick thinking before he spoke."That's disappointing news, Annie. I've been really looking forward to us spending a couple more nights together." He hesitated before continuing as an idea was forming."I guess if you feel it's necessary, we could change our plans a little. How about if I go to Hinckley as planned, but come back Sunday evening and spend the evening at your place? I really miss you. That way I can get some live poker practice in, you could fulfill your obligations at. That’s expected,” Terri stated.“Okay, that’s good. You’re not putting me in a bad position.”“I don’t want anybody in a bad position, Dana. That’s what this is all about. I’m observing a Phenomenon. From the inside.”“I’ve observed a lot of phenomena from the inside, Terri. Some very unpleasant things. You’re very fortunate. You have a herd of people who love you...”“I know, Dana. I see that. Even in our home-school group, there are some bad things, and that’s supposed to be, well, if I say it. Ms. Connor let go of my wrist and my hand fell into my lap. She drove out of the parking lot and onto the main road. I was aware of my nakedness as we drove and slouched down in the seat as far as my seatbelt would allow. I guessed that no one could really tell that I was naked, so I made no effort to cover myself. Ms. Connor would probably not like that anyway.She drove into the industrial section of town and weaved her way toward the seedier section. We drove passed the machine shops,.