she was different back in the day . at least the bed stopped shaking . his head smacked the ground , like a bowling ball hitting the hardwood on the lane . but don't-ahem- '' i have to pause and collect myself , swallow past the knot in my throat , try a deep breath and start over . `` where else would i take my girl except where she wants to go ? '' he pauses for a moment , and then goes on . would you like me to open the bottle ? '' 