She nodded. “I have. I really feel it’ll help me to take time off from school. It’s getting to be just a bit too much.” “Well, why can’t you just cut back and have Judy come to Gainesville?” her mother demanded. Her father chuckled. “I think that one should be rather obvious!” he said, gesturing toward Jason. “I’ll probably transfer and take a couple classes at Florida State, just to gain access to their pool,” said Lori defensively. “So I won’t be missing out on school completely.” Rhonda looked impatiently at Jason, who had wisely kept quiet so far. “Was this your idea?” she asked accusingly. Lori frowned and quickly intervened before Jason could speak. “His idea, but my wishes,” she stated firmly and with a hint of annoyance. She could feel herself becoming angry with her mother. R

