the words seemed like they came from a different language altogether . now that we had actual time set aside for us , i somehow felt ... better . most students went home during the summer . it was a familiar voice on the phone . cherry carefully shoved himself back to the deck . `` what 'd you tell me when i wanted to do my first interview and i chose the mayor ? '' wood , w-o-o-d , no s ; wood , he corrected her . give you and dee some time to do your thing . '' 