Here's the thing. When I remarked on her last name--"Like the character from Aliens"--she knew exactly what I was talking about.

The first time I saw her I flashed forward thirty years, saw myself relating that moment to anyone who would ask how we'd met.

For now, I just stand on the other side of the stage and look over when I have a second. I try not to lose my place. God that is so fucking dumb. But it's true! I really do that!