she did not trust herself to speak . about the way he 'd made my body tingle and thrum . lots and lots of other ways . no , i did not forget who i am ! we 'd shower the other with affection . we are not leaving our home for all time , rather taking a small working vacation . she can be a good friend to you too . '' we just walked until the alley was a little darker without the lights they 'd set up at the far end . 