It was highly unlikely she had ever seen combat in the same manner the rest of us had but I also knew she had been head of one of their security divis...ons and from what I'd heard they had seen plenty of action against domestic terrorists, infiltrators and idiot peaceniks wanting to eliminate our nuclear protection. Like her hand, she was slim and elegant looking. I knew she had to be in her mid-fifties but she obviously didn't disdain modern cosmetic enhancement; she appeared to be an ageless. I sleepily thumb through my iphone, trying to decide if there are any deals good enough to draw me out of bed and into the traffic, lines, and bustle of post-Thanksgiving shopping. Alas, there are. 50% off brand new 800 thread count sheets and down comforters, great sales at Victorias Secret (I spend way too much money there on clothes, lingerie, panties, shoes, etc). I sigh and roll over as I hear the shower turn off and my sister coming out of the bathroom. I grab my clothes and a towel and. My husband left the company to me. He was very independent and very successful. We owned all the stock.” She laughed. She knew from his expression that it puzzled him.She went on: “My husband was a very good businessman. He surrounded himself with good men. It, would not be good for me to actively participate in the owning of the business, so I take long vacations and live any place I choose.’?Nathan found himself wondering suddenly what kind of man her husband had been.. He. You decided it was a donation to the Church, you didn't even consult me before going on television and claiming it as such." You can forget about the orphanage, I have banned them from having anything to do with it." Bang, he slammed down the phone.Damn, now what?Annie saw I was stressing out. "Jim slow down, you're getting all het up again, sit down and I'll make you a cup of tea while you get your thoughts in order." Thanks Annie, that bastard Ryan has banned the kids from using the cabin.".