i scoot closer to her on the couch and put my arm around her and pull her to me . he 'd known her for so long , could absolutely count on the strength of her character . another figure passed something to the one on the deck . she turned her head to look at merry gay and tommy , then smiled . `` she 's not going to wait forever jeff . '' `` try me , '' he whispers , then moves in and places slow , thoughtful little kisses on my lips . there could be worse ways to go . 