Leave your porthole open and let's see who get'sthe Coast Guard called first!" she giggled."Well, children," Mummy said, "Romeo and his carriage are m... gift to youthis evening. Have a fun journey!"Hugh thanked Mummy, and I went over and hugged her. She whispered in myear, "Enjoy your first real date, sweetie. You have earned it. Thereshall be many, many more. Take it slowly and relish it. If you havetrouble breaking the ice, just ask him about himself - it's every man'sfavorite topic! Have. C.S. may very well be possible.Everyone agreed with Dad that it would be a good idea to relocate. The life they had once known was changing fast. They were also afraid Uncle and the boys would return home. They had been gone for over a year and the other bullies in the area had not bothered them.Dad signed all the necessary papers and was due to leave for basic training two weeks after graduation. By the time Mom graduated Dad would have enough time he could live off base and the four women. Life of a child, for the life of his savior. Eyes growing heavy, darkness over whelming. Fighting, wishing, to see her face, one last time. Running, heart pumping. Fast as she can. Legs burning, getting closer. Seeing, but unbelieving. How, when, why. How, when, why. Over an over, tears falling. Love blossomed, but love torn away. Reaching the other side, seeing, red water, a crowd. People stare, but scared to help. What is he, whispers, shaken voices. Hearing a familiar voice. Forcing open. Brandy has done a great job on with the renovations. Everything looks new, well if it was the early 1900's I guess, not my style but very impressive, there is even a nice fire in the very large fireplace. "Make yourself at home by the fire and I will get some wine." She steps out of the room and I make me a spot on the couch next to the fireplace. Brandy returns to the room with the wine and sits on the floor at my feet, pouring a glass for me. Then she sits back and waits as if she is seeking.