i think we were spoiled on earth but we did n't even know it . `` yes , like that , '' the woman said . my dad had played on the mens basketball team with his father for years . did she not believe him when he said he was sorry ? the time alone , coupled with the knowledge i 'd stolen something from him in the forest , allowed me to relax for a few welcome hours . she felt as though her book of shadows looked back at her . 