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1) It was from an old school friend named Stephen Katz.
2) Katz and I had grown up together in
3) "I've been hesitating to call," he said slowly. He seemed to be searching for words.
4) "But this
5) I couldn't believe it. "You want to come with me?"
6) "If it's a problem, I understand."
7) "No," I said. "No, no, no. You're very welcome. You are extremely welcome."