The Ballad of Brighid of Atlanta Chapter 1 | Page 19

It’s okay, Dave. I promise. She was just ... she’s actually a ... an aunt of mine. She was just helping me with a wardrobe malfunction. Hey, lady! I don’t know what you’re-Are you ready, Dear? We need you back. Oh my heavens! Land’s sakes! I can’t imagine what that must have looked like, young man! I ... remember. I’m ready. Just a little field-tailoring! I’m so sorry for what you think you saw! “Aunt Callie,” huh? Well, if Bridget says it’s cool, it’s cool. Seriously, Dave. It’s Aunt Callie. She’s cool. Jesus! Is there Any Coffee Up in this Motherfucker? I’m watchin’ you. Of course you are. I’ve been going on Alone too long, Dear Heart. I need rest. I will need to -- Say no more. We have a guest room. My family will help you recover. But what do I do now? You’ll soon see. Take your time. You always have choices.