A half hour later, they pulled up in front of Tyler’s house. “My folks aren’t home. You and Jasper want to come in and play? I think Jerry would like that,” Tyler said, still bringing up old memories and things they’d said and done years before. “Me and Jasper were counting on it.” “He’s not too worn out from the ride home?” “Hey! He may not be eighteen anymore, but he sure ain’t over the hill yet. I think he’s good for another round at least.” “Let me give Eddie and Jack a quick call before we go in. I have a feeling once we get in the house I won’t get a chance.” Tyler leaned over and gave Ward a quick kiss. Ward chuckled. He worked on getting his jeans up as Tyler dialed the number then put the phone on speaker. “Hello?” It was Tyler’s mother. “Hi, Mom. Just called to say good n

