There's nothing quite like holding all the cards, being the one in control, calling all the shots... They say knowledge is power, and they're not wrong. It's a lesson I learned early in life. It's a lesson the rest of my family would soon understand very well. Who would have thought an inquisitive boy with a cell phone could uncover so many skeletons living under one roof?
None of them said a word that first night. I guess the expressions on their faces said it all. Aunt Peg looked angry. Mom just looked disappointed. My older sister, Beth...if looks could kill... heh. It would be a long evening. I'm sure they understood this would be the first of many more to come.
Am I a nice guy? No, probably not. In that moment, I really didn't care. If I'm being honest, I still don't. But hey, today's a new day, so...
"Line up ladies."