At midnight, the O’Lochrin women made their appearance. They signaled for the music to stop and said loudly, “It is midnight, time to bring Jack O...��Lantern to life.”That really got my attention.The older of the two women was holding a huge turnip with the root still attached. The body of the turnip had been carved into a grotesque face with a small mouth and eyes that reminded me of the hollow sockets of a skull. The younger woman went over to the fireplace and returned holding a glowing ember. Melissa agreed and then noted silently that the layout of Jan’s house was similar to the one being built for Chaz down the street.As they approached Jan’s front door after exiting the car, Dani asked Jan, “S-O-P?”Jan nodded and said with a smile, “It’s not as if she hasn’t seen it at Ken’s. Besides, it will be a good gauge for seeing how she stands up under the light of truth.” Melissa looked at them as if they were speaking Martian, but she held her peace as they walked inside.It finally. Sam thought about it for a moment and then said "I'llcome home from work early tomorrow. I promise," she insisted as I gaveher a look. "And then we can do whatever you want," she finished. "Areyou sure?" I asked turning my head towards her. Sam nodded.I relaxed my shoulders and Sam took the opportunity to pull me into ahug. "I love you," she said. I smiled as I replied, "I love you two."Pulling out of the hug I said. "I guess I'll see if Alex has any planstonight." It was Sam's turn to look at. But most of all, I’m excited to be here with you. You make everything seem so normal and everyday, just like you do back at the ranch. I can actually feel the difference in me, since I came home with you. Have you noticed that I’m not scared to try new things? Especially when you ask me to wear sexy clothes in public.”“You were beautiful the day we met, and since then, you have come to realize just how beautiful you can be. You’re not afraid to dress the part and put on just enough makeup to.