Sean sees the guy that was staring at Jeff. Xxnx He pitches three perfect innings, striking out seven. Ball two bounces to the side of the catcher. What’s going on between you and Jeff?”
Gently, “Maybe you better tell me. It looks like the Cubs have met their match. Pitch three looks a little outside. What’s going on between you and Jeff?”
Startled, but quick to think, “What’s wrong with Jeff?”
Enviously, “Nothing! The umpire calls, “Safe!”
Jeff now is the tying run at third, still no outs. Thank you.” With these words he climbs on Sean’s stomach, then slowly moves to kiss him on his right cheek, then left cheek, back and forth. Hastily he leaves the ballfield to his car. Jeff senses his troubled mind so he hugs Sean and finds words that soothe his soul. But, yeah I can keep a tight lid on it.”
Having second thoughts,
