Problem: It was nasty hot . I am sitting in the cool comfort of my parents ' living room . I caved and came over here to get out of the heat .

What do I mean when I say the weather is " nasty hot " ?

A: The heat is just unbearably dreadful outside .

Problem: The time I got done I was drained . Maybe next week I will do it early if the email will get to my inbox early as well . Afternoons and evenings are pretty busy for this mama here .

What can we assume about the narrator based on what she says ?

A: She has kids .

Problem: As a Navy clinical psychologist assigned to a Marine operational unit , I was authorized to wear their uniform . The corporal rolled forward in his wheelchair and shook my hand firmly . " You have no idea how great it is to see that uniform , ma'am , " he said with a grin .

Why did the corporal grin ?

A:
He appreciated seeing the familiar uniform again .