there wasnt enough light in the workshop for his thin form to cast a shadow on the rough floor . what was she really going back to ? i 'm glad i have something to do because i do n't trust myself to get out of the pool just yet . pollen eating , booger eating , the works . '' `` far be it from me to speak in eric 's defense , '' he said at last , with a hint of a smile , `` but in this instance , i will . i did not know what to do . 