CHAPTER 5

At 11:30 David got up and went to the sink area and attempted to wash and clean himself.

In the steel mirror David could see the biker guy approaching behind him.

“Hey man.” The biker said

David turned patting his wet hands on his T-shirt looking this man in the eyes.

“I wanted to tell you I was sorry for letting our partying get out of hand – ya know?

I never meant to insult you - and I really know you never meant to disrespect me either.

I don’t know what it is about me - that when I drink I can’t see the difference between friends and enemies - and I really like you – I enjoyed our jokes – you were straight up and clear with me – and shit I hope your face will be ok soon – you took a good hit - anyway - so look dude – I’m sorry about the fight - ok ?” - as he held out his hand.”

David instantly flashed back to a series of moments with this man – he remembered how happy his eyes were and - how they both had the same sense of humor and made each other laugh – really laugh - he remembered the power drinking and the money David spent – well over $500 - then there was the eruption of violence and David hitting two other guys - then being restrained - and the cops – but he liked this guy

So after wiping off his wet hands David reached out his hand – and taking a conscious and firm grip with a muscle flex while looking his friend in the eyes saying “Sure man, no problem – just boys trying to act like men” – and they both laughed – and deep inside David there was a recognition that this moment - of two men being direct and clear and respectful, given their prior violet experience was very good to know and feel - there also was the taste of honor – yes honor – it was present.