Until someone brings the cupcakes. Then Sweet Jesus, they're a force of nature akin to a hurricane. [Christopher has never met Gerhardt, and probably never will. It's just as well, there would be a clash of personalities.] But the smiles are worth it, and they do work hard. Besides, there won't be another reason for a parry until Spring.

[He laughs.] Well, I do respect the military. And it all depends on who is charge, but yes, a private could give important information to share.

I'm keeping it up for a few days. I'll probably take everything down by Friday night.