she demanded , holding out her arms in front of her . never know what youre getting these days . im hoping once i make a few changes and get opened up , i can . ill meet you there in a couple of hours . not only was her phone not ringing off the hook with potential dates , but her entire block provided a perimeter of protection better than any birth-control device known to man . i cant stop you asking questions , and perhaps we can discuss this further in private . i cant do that , we have you worried . 