maybe , for a split second , i felt concerned about ivy . he could move enough for that . i got up just before midnight and rolled the oriental rug back and lay down on the floor with my head against the oak boards and listened . `` i have to get back to flax back spit , '' she explained . he picked up one of the skittles on the mattress , popping it into his mouth and chewing . as long as hes locked up . 