party

The week passed quickly, Jen and I talked several times during the week finalizing arrangements for the party. Even though I had not talked to Beth in several weeks, I did notice Lance had moved back home. I tried to put it out of my mind, it was beyond my control.

We arrived at the party about nine o'clock that night and Jen introduced to me to all of her friends. Several I had met previously at the office party for Christmas. Finally Jen introduced me to Carrie, her best friend, the hostess of the party.

"Ahhhhh, so your Jeff.", she said, extending her hand.

"Is that a good or bad Ahhhhhh.", I replied, shaking her hand.

"Oh, it's a good Ahhhh, trust me.", she answered with a smile and a wink.

We talked for a while, then she excused herself to mingle with her other guests. The night moved along well and the food, music and company were all good. I guess it was about thirty minutes to midnight when Carrie pulled me aside privately.

"Jeff, you make sure you kiss my best friend properly