We grew up together on a remote cattle ranch in Oregon. Our parents worked the ranch for an absentee owner. Jeri's mom home schooled us until our seni...r year in high school. Our houses were about a mile apart and we were as close as brother and sister.....closer than most probably. Our schooling took 4 or 5 hours every day, then we had chores to do. We mostly did them together. We did have time for ourselves though....we had a nice spot by a small creek where we could relax in the shade and. I let her hand go and proceed to kiss Maria much the same as Gabby kissed me earlier. I then the turned to the guys and said, “Sorry boys, you don’t have the right equipment for Maria, but she does enjoy the attention and the drinks.” I then grabbed the pretty girl again and pushed her and Maria together. I said, “Please keep her warm and wet for me.” While she looked at me with puzzlement, they started chatting as I stepped away. About five minutes later when I looked back, she was making out. The department gave their approval but wanted to inspect the site. Approval was granted and Pebble Beach now had its own cemetery.Betty had told me that she wanted her funeral to be like Clarrie's. "No weeping, no religious claptrap, celebrate my life not my death, have a party and toast my health."We did as Betty asked and when the grave was filled in Rosie went and sat on the mound. She missed Betty who often brought her unwanted veggies and always talked to her. They say animals can't show. I'll wait until we've collected some things from the flat. I don't need any more help thanks, Andrew. I'll be fine."Slightly mystified he left her.Despite all her previous worries she fell into a deep and refreshing sleep and when Andrew woke her with a gentle kiss she responded with a smile."Cup of tea," he said, "and then we'll go and collect some bits and pieces."Over the cup of tea Andrew sensed she was nervous."Tell me," he said. "Something's worrying you." I-I can't face the thought of.