she lived all alone except when her son came for money , four or five times a year and stayed a few days each time . i felt i better stick with the guys so i went right . the pitcher was checking the guy on first , but it was more to buy time than anything else . before she even turned , she recognized the voice commanding her attention . then there was the faint sound of shouts and screams , and the sudden loud report of a shot . i think he 's gon na to take you home now . '' 