Chapter 6I was genuinely glad to be back at work, among friends who I couldtrust, a clear demarcation of peers, subordinates and bosses. And ofcourse ...women who didn't really fall into any of those categories, theywere taken less serious.At lunchtime I went for a walk, and sat on a park bench in the wintrysun and ate my miserable soggy sandwiches. I thought inevitably aboutthe recent events. How could my wife cheat on me like that, it was sohurtful.A lovely lady about my age walked past, she was. All my kids enjoyed themselves as did the adults. Damon was recording the whole event so we would have something to remember by. Kevin seemed to enjoy the show also, but was more in the line of standing watch. I guess after everything was told to him Kevin brought it upon himself to be my bodyguard. “ You enjoying the show baby girl?” Allison asked our daughter with a smile“ Yes I am mommy are you?” Lindsey answers only to ask in return“ Yes I am as this feels like a celebration for us being. ” “Well,” said her father, reaching over to pat her fondly on her thigh, “I’m sure you’ll meet someone good soon.” “No,” said Jill , “I mean I really want you to love me, the way you love Mom.” Her father looked puzzled. “I’m confused. What do you mean?” “Daddy, I want to tell you something, and I don’t want you to be angry.” “Of course not, princess. You can tell me anything.” “Well,” said Jill , mustering all her courage, “The other day I came home. You and Mom didn’t hear me. I looked in. "Your help means so much to us,and Becca can't say enough about you to her motorcycle and non-motorcycle friends. She thinks of you as a father figure."I didn't respond as I faked busyness. Some father figure I would makedressed in red chiffon.Becca returned from the women's room dressed and ready to go."Hold on a minute, young lady," I said. "We have to talk."What about?" Becca asked in surprise."Before practice starts, let's talk about the track. Find Ben and askhim if we can borrow his pit.
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