he said something but since he was rubbing both hands over his sleepy face at the same time the words only mumbled out . his mouth took hers in a deep , long kiss . he was embarrassed to be speechless , as he had never spoken to a black woman before . she shook her head as if she didnt get anything of what her friend had told her , so that she would have to give her more details . it came in a rush of wind and bones . but the thought did n't feel me with dread . 