Now it was time to call her parents to find out what they knew about all of this.

Anna Macon answered her cell phone as soon as she saw Julie's name pop-up. "Hello sweetie, how are you?" she asked smiling warmly.

"Hi mom, I'm OK. How are you and dad?" asked Julie.

"We're both fine," replied Anna, who paused for a moment before continuing to speak. "What's the matter, and don't tell me it's nothing."

"Actually there is something mom. I'm curious about dad's old pack," said Julie.

Anna didn't say anything as she considered how much she should tell Julie. After a moment Julie grew impatient, then asked, "Where's...