14PHILBURN’S FOLLY
Dump and I wandered up to the expansive
covered porch and sat down. I noticed Phil was starting to get a
little color back in his cheeks, but still looked the worse for
wear.
“Phil, do you need to take an aspirin?” I
inquired.
“I got some heart pills, I take. But thanks
for thinking about it.” Phil replied.
“This is David,“ Ray said to Phil, who was
still barely moving.
“Pleasure, David, wish I could of met you on
a better day.” he sighed.
“Me, too,” I replied looking towards Ray and
Martha inquiringly.
“Phil’s been telling us how bad Newnan is
getting, go ahead with your story Phil.” he said while turning to
Martha.
“Martha get Bill and David a drink, we
haven’t had our toast yet.” Ray said warily to his new spouse.
“Completely slipped my mind in the
