‘I don’t know what to say.’ ‘Don’t say anything. I know this is crazy, but I really like you. I hope that we can continue to see each other,...that is, if you’d want to.’ ‘Of course I do,’ she replied. ‘You’re a nice sweet man. You listen to me, ask me my opinion, and treat me like a lady. And we always have such a good time together.’ ‘Thanks,’ I said. ‘It feels so much better to know that it’s not entirely one-sided.’ She leaned over toward me, her upturned face radiant in the glow from the. A long, hot shower before a festive breakfast of muesli and a couple of minutes to open the few presents my family had sent, took me up to pub opening time. I had arranged to meet Paul, my younger brother, for a Christmas drink at his local. He was going to Spain on Boxing Day with a few of his mates, so it was my only chance to see him. As usual I was early and Paul was late. Considering that the first drink was free, at least for locals, it was quite quiet and I had no trouble finding a. ”Kara sighed, “Probably not. And tomorrow you’ll be at my house, and Friday we’ll be at your grandmother’s. We’re running out of opportunities. Will you pick me up early on Saturday and make love before we have to go shopping?”“I think we can do that! And we’re making love Saturday evening after the party. Remember, it ends at 8:00pm on purpose!”“Yes!” she smiled. “Thanks for being so understanding. I’m glad you worry about me, though you have to watch out for being overprotective. Thanks for. " Are you sure, Betts?" Maggie asked. "You realize the roads won't be cleared. You may also run across closed roads or damaged bridges." That may be, but I still want to try. I'm worrying about Sara's brother, and I know everyone else has been exposed as well. If I can bring a few of them up here or help some of them recover, then I'd like to try." How about we plan your trip for you?" David suggested. "I think I've got some roadmaps in the house. We can plan alternate routes so if you find the.