I grabbed the crystal glasses and followed him to the table. Sandy helped Ash. “Do you think that the static has anything to do with the lightning?” Ashley asked, now that he knew what had happened. “No talking without me,” Linda called from the kitchen. “No fair.” “Okay, hon.” I knew that she wanted to know and, more important, that she could help put the pieces in place. She"s got a great analytic mind. The doorbell rang. George was there with Lois, who asked “So what trouble are you causing today?” She smiled. “C"mon in,” I said, smiling back. Linda and Ashley came to the door, Sandy right behind. When Lois saw Ashley, she said, “So both the troublemakers are at it, I see! Hello, Sandy, Linda.” “Nice to see you too, Lois,” Ashley replied. Sandy waved. Lois is in her late 50s. Som

