like his father before him , he would carry a rifle and see death . he fit the cork in the center . her shoulder straightened , hope beaming bright rays inside her . tossing my purse on the counter , i pulled out a chair , sat , and took a deep breath as he 'd advised me . i grabbed her on the hips and pulled her body into mine . i agree that you two are family . my back was to the wall . he recommended she be seen by someone . 