’ Christmas Eve at our house was nothing less than miraculous in that it was the day that we always put up the Christmas tree. Usually everyone else... in the world had theirs up for a week already, but my dad was always adamant about not buying a tree too soon. ‘They dry out, and then become a fire hazard,’ he said when ever anyone asked him why he waited until the very last minute to purchase our tree. Of course we knew better, as it was also when the prices dropped down to where my dad felt he. "Sandie nodded and drained the last of her coffee before returning totidying up the clothes rails with renewed vigour. She was pleased whenDorie Lou released her at one o'clock instead of three o'clock and sheimmediately arranged to collect Virginia. On the subway back toVirginia's flat they chatted about Dorie Lou's offer."I suppose it's worth a try," mumbled Virginia uncertainly, "Nothingelse has worked and if it's free then I could try it." Well, you'd best call her today. Places on the drug. Eating fish hot from the fryer, the music, the company was all good. Our glasses were empty when he said,"Will you make one of those tylenol/advil cocktails when we get home? I need one."With an adoring glance he received a nod and a "yes" from me.Back home a western played. We watched, guessing what would happen next wondering if we'd seen it before. Having enough of the day I told him,"I'm gonna go lay down sweetie." I'm right behind you." he replied.Pulling back the cover I got in the bed.. The three new arrivals definitely did not notice, as their minds were on a much more serious matter: budgeting. Sitting in the ramshackle local tavern they tried to puzzle their way out of the mess they had found themselves in.The three had been adventuring together for some time, but had yet to build any renown. Their leader was Lady Naomi, a striking figure, powerfully built but with delicate, refined facial features, her fiery red hair flowing in a long braid. Her milky white freckled skin.