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else to do.” Lamont grinned, “Come on Dave.” David sighed, “All right, I guess I better buy a few presents.”
    Lamont said as they were riding to town, “I still can’t get over this weather. It must be at least sixty five degrees. I bet it’s about ten above zero at home.” Natalie said, “I’ve always wanted to live where there is snow on Christmas.” Lamont suggested, “Maybe you and Dave can go home with me next year.” Natalie said, “That is a date.” David said, “You’d like it there, Nat. The jagged mountains are beautiful. Monty’s family is wonderful.” Natalie asked, “Monty are you from a large family?” Lamont answered, “I have five brothers.” Natalie was surprised, “Five brothers! I sure feel sorry for your mother, taking care of six boys and a husband.” Lamont said, “Mom loves it. She lives for her family. Nothing makes her happier than to cook a big meal and see her family enjoy it.” Natalie looked at Lamont, “Someday I’d like to meet your family. To me it sounds like a storybook family.” David said, “They are real alright. I met every one of them. They are all good, hardworking, loving people. Nat, they don’t have much money but they are richer than we will ever be.”
    David parked the car. Natalie finished her shopping in just a few minutes. She bought Lamont a beautiful, expensive watch. She helped David buy his presents. Lamont didn’t have much money after sending part of his check home. Natalie helped him with her suggestions of some inexpensive presents. While they were shopping, David went to Jake’s Bar. Natalie said, “Don’t you dare get drunk before tonight’s’ party David Agar.” David answered, “I’m not. I’ll just drink a beer or two.”
    It took them another hour to finish the shopping. Lamont unloaded the packages in the trunk of the car. As he let the trunk down, they saw David coming towards them. To their surprise, he wasn’t drunk. Natalie said, “Monty, I’m glad you came home with Dave. You’re good for him.” Lamont said, “Dave is a lonely person Nat. He’s also a great guy.” Natalie laughed, “Dave lonely? You’re kidding.” Lamont’s face was very serious, “No I’m not kidding. He puts on a big front but he is very lonely, just like you.” Natalie quickly looked at him, “Me? Now I know you’re kidding. How could I be lonely? There’s always a house full of people” “You know what I mean. A person can be in a room full of people and still be very lonely.” Suddenly Natalie surprised Lamont when she leaned over and kissed him. Their eyes met as he asked, “What’s that for?” She smiled, “To thank you for the perfume and because I like you.” David opened the car door, “Are we ready to go?” Natalie answered, “Yes, let’s go home.”
    Porter was decorating the house for the party. Della was in the kitchen preparing the food. Lamont thought it was odd to have a party on Christmas Eve. At home, Christmas Eve was always a family night. He knew tonight his family would gather and trim the tree then eat some of the goodies his mother had made and sing Christmas carols. The Agars’ didn’t even trim their tree. Porter and Della did. Lamont knew this party tonight was going to be a very elaborate affair. He and David were ready before anyone else was. The small orchestra arrived. David showed them where they would play.
    As the people arrived, Lamont noticed the expensive gowns the ladies were wearing. When he saw Natalie come down the stairs, he was even more surprised. She was very beautiful wearing her hair high on her head and her dress was a baby blue velvet with tiny seeds of pearls sewn in a flower design all over the dress. It fit her small body perfectly. She smiled at Lamont standing at the bottom of the stairway. She knew by the look in his eyes that he looked the way she looked. When she reached the bottom step, he took her hand. He smiled, “My Miss Agar, you are very beautiful