Then I will say, 'Debra -- it's Gretchen.' Next I will unlock the door and, while keeping my gaze directly ahead and not looking right OR left, I will... fetch my pill. Then I will take my books and laptop to the library and stay there until I'm sure that Chad has left the country." It sounds like you've figured it all out." Yep ... Rich -- thanks so much for letting me stay here. I really appreciate it."He watched as she picked up her backpack and headed for the door. She stopped and gave him a. . I mean...” not sure what she should say, she just stammered and glanced back and forth between Samantha and the open bathroom door leading to a naked, soaped up, tanned and toned gift to women named Alex.Seeing the confusion and hesitation in Nicole, Sam said “Look at it this way - Alex and I are dating. Alex and you are dating. You and I are dating. We are all in this equally, so if you have something to say - then say it!”“I just...” Nicole started to say “ ... nothing, nevermind”.Samantha. There were a few other people in or near the plexiglas shelter. They all looked ghostly in the dim light from the street lamp. Carol pretended not to know me. She was standing in front of the bench, near one wall of the shelter and when I sat down next to her she moved closer to the wall to make room for me without actually acknowledging me in any way. From this I deduced that I was to be a stranger. And when, under cover of darkness, I slipped my hand under her coat and lightly brushed the. Melissa nodded and smiled."I'm going to miss having you here," Judy told her with a smile."However, I think it is important for you and your Mom to reconcile. Mydoor is always open, you know that? I want you to keep your key. Comewhen you need to, as a refuge when it gets a little tough. Okay? Promiseme." I promise," Melissa swore. "I can't begin to thank you enough for whatyou've done for me." Hush. I think we both benefitted."*****"Welcome home," Lisa greeted Melissa as she struggled with the.