Just before I left, Alice finally managed to kiss Charles. Charles, naturally, totally freaked out. Naturally Alice thought that was utterly hilarious and I suspect strongly motivated her to strike again, although she hasn’t yet as far as I know. Reminds me of her Mom, who used to be part of one of those girl gangs that would accost boys and offer them the choice of a smooch or a beating. I think you can all guess which of those Mom was responsible for administering. Alice, though, will probably find either an amusing past time.