She was right. Kelly opened the door without knocking and said, "Harry, you are tall. Can you help me lower a ball that got stuck above my closet?"

"Sure." I went to her room, gave her the ball, and immediately after, tickled her until she started crawling on the carpet. I said, "I like you, kid." Then I left for Paula's room and locked the door. I French kissed her and mumbled, "I wanted to do it DURING dinner. I am not sure how I resisted."

She chuckled, "Harry, you were very good to my family. I am so proud of you, and I think... I love you."

"Sorry, girl....