there , on impulse , he picked up an expensive german-made tape recorder . but she did n't think chris bought it . he tied the money up in his handkerchief . he 'd be damned if he could n't make it through a simple cup of coffee like a man . the need to question him further . dont worry , i dont think your bride is running away ! how long would you have tried , with your hand in your mouth ? he deserved that and so much more . one would occasionally snap if his neighbor moved too close . 