"But she's nearly the right age to be your friend.  She says.  When I said 'babe' I was again giving a first impression.  She looks to be in her twenties; she claims her oldest child is that old.  Anyhow, she trotted up to meet me, all big smile, put her arms around me and kissed me. 'You're Ben, I know.  Welcome, brother!  I give you water!'