i find two welcome hair ties at the same time in my bag and quickly tie my hair in pigtails . they were shoveling down a pile of scrambled eggs and toast . i love the smell of a new car . she rubbed at her forehead with rough fingers . it was one of those days kids would never forget forty years down the road . there were few who could stand before her in battle . then you will be sent to hell , she explained . rather , its because i feel sorry for myself . 