at that point , he almost leapt across the table and did so . `` i do n't know which one i want more , you or the dinner , '' he said . my husband , also a human , found my mark on the night of our joining , and at first he hesitated . time could mean the difference between life and death . i could hide it easily behind the large heavy mirror . i can not see my way to it . we all have to be ready , whether its tomorrow , next week or next year . 