we were at a family get-together , eight of us in total . i reached my hand out and wrapped it around the door knob . `` do n't worry about the flight for now . '' she doesnt take no for an answer ! the rest of me focused entirely on her hand on top of mine . i scanned the beach , watching all the tiny people walk around . the look that always preceded the bad things . he gets in my face , and his lips move slowly . `` might got ta stay that small , i reckon . 