“I"LL HELP YOU clean up, Linda,” Lois said and began collecting the empty glasses. Sandy already had a handful of plates, and Ash was rinsing and loading the dishwasher when we came in with the last plates and glasses. I asked if there was any lasagna left.
“Nope. Sorry, Fritz. No leftovers. But anyone want more coffee?”
“That"s just more dishes for you,” said Lois. “George, I think we should leave these three NICE people, and Ashley, to have a little quiet.”
I disagreed. “I think another cup of coffee is a good idea, Lois. We still have a few things to discuss, just us.” We all sat at the kitchen table. I said, “Is anyone else not sure of what just happened?” They all looked unsure. “Look, we haven"t had time to think about what went on, and the government is already involved. DISAPPEA
