just like my father did most of my life - until i was finally able to stand up to him . for everything the shade cost you . `` is it me , '' he said , `` or is she somewhat obsessed with my butt ? '' `` and that still did not stop him , '' colin said . his politeness knocked her off balance more than his curse . it spat him out where he wanted to be , the old corner that seemed so familiar , and so different . he said as he finally recognized the package . 