you passed the test ; you claimed silver . we do n't get customers who buy 50 first-rate climbing ropes very often . ' another woman went forward to the microphone to make an announcement . when the plane 's radio came into sight , a shaky sigh escaped my lips . a weak sliver of a voice slid from my lips , `` it does n't matter now . '' she adjusted the pillows to give her more support . they want you around and they would miss you if you were gone . 