4. Early in the morning, Rocky, who had brought back some fresh, soft snails wrapped in a fragrant leaf after a walk along the Hudson River, handed them to Ash and said, "What's the matter? Why do you seem so lost and sad this morning?" "Rocky, I was just thinking about something." "Whatever you're thinking about, just tell me quickly. Things don't get done by just thinking!" "Wow! You're really philosophical this morning. Who have you been meeting with?" "Who would I meet? I don't have anyone." "Why, didn't you meet Katie today? I thought you went to see her."