power failure , engine failure ... if we end up in the water , we could wind up in a storm with fifty-foot waves . someone had to point out the very real possibility that he was in danger and because he was , so was she . `` i did n't say you were doing a poor job , but you ca n't teach them everything . '' he brushed my cheek with his crooked fingers . they worship the almighty , but are guided by the belief that there are always more answers to be found . 