Profit wasn't always money; it was resources and relationships that would define success. In contrast, my Uncle was not greedy nor self centered. Ofte...n, he would've slipped you a hundred and a smile, offering to treat you to a nice dinner or dessert.When I received the news of him passing away, my world shattered. My Mother was the one who called to tell me. She was in tears and it had taken about half an hour for her to tell me what had happened. I kept my composure on the phone; that's what. ". By twenty she was screaming in writhing in agony.Not knowing what Robin could take, I continued on. I needed to get it over as fast as I could and she had not capitulated. I personally thought she would give in soon but I had no idea how much she could take. Robin's butt and upper thighs were decorated with 20 this swelling red lines, some very close to bleeding. I knew I'd draw blood soon.I continued, deciding it was best to get this over as fast as I could. Expecting blood soon I started. I wanted to walk over to the conversation going on with my sister and Rex. But he intimidated me so badly that I remained frozen in my isolation. Iwas getting irritated at Rhonda. She was acting totally goofy around thisguy. As was my mom and Mrs. Andrews. Suddenly, Rhonda began nodding herhead at Rex and then she walked over to Grace and her friends. She spoketo Grace and then pointed at Rex, who waved a funny little wave. Gracesmiled and then opened her purse. She reached in and came. " I certainly hope that I'm not the woman to change your mind about that." I said with what I hoped was that playful smile again. I had been practicing it in front of a mirror, since I believe in self improvement.During our dinner it was decided that I would return to his office and take a quick look at the grant application forms. I did hope that it wasn't all that I would be looking at.Half way through the meal I had a good indication that there was more to be seen at the Reverend's office.