[…] the second cutting each season was allowed to become poddy, i.e., to set seed pods.

Reagan's presidentless, NSC-less policymaking model endured through most of his two terms in office.

“No, I’m taking them. Her wedding rings, her Valentine’s ring, and the necklace I gave her. I’m keeping those.” / “Valentine’s ring?” / “Yeah, that one right there,” Terry smiled. “Randy gave that to her one year for Valentine’ Day. […]”

The bride’s aunt dances with her ex-husband — he’s called a ‘wasband’ — on the hay-strewn ‘dance floor’ in front of the barn.