he had asked mary beth to attend a dinner party without him , and had sent out for sandwiches . the pickup did indeed maneuver into the space against the curb ahead of our rental car . `` you 'd better get used to it , then . it has a twin which is its mate . i think he just said yes , i do , thanks for reminding me . even his jock friends were covering their mouths and trying hard not to laugh . id hate to disappoint either of you . 