Here's our final interview with Lloyd (L) and Duane (D), Cathy's dearest friends at Zestful Acres.

How did you meet Cathy? L: “At the dog park.” D: “In Zestful Acres, where we all live.”

What was your first impression of her? L: “I’m afraid it wasn’t a very good one at first, because of her dog.” D: “Yes, Bertha, her Rottweiler. Most of us were scared of her. The dog, that is, not Cathy.”

Describe your relationship with her. D: “We’re very close. The three of us get together all the time. And we talk about everything.” L: “She is part of our family. I’d say she’s like the sister I never had.” D: “Well, I have a sister, but I don’t like her as much as I like Cathy.”

What do you consider your best quality? L: “I’d like to think we’re very welcoming people.” D: “Yeah, and I think we are both good hosts, too.”

What’s a relationship deal-breaker for you? L: “Duane and I have been together for so long, I can’t really give you an answer to that.” D: “I can: someone that doesn’t help clean up after I serve them a nice meal.”

What is the one thing you’d change about yourself? L: “Sometimes I’m a bit too blunt when responding to others.” D: “I wish I could lose some weight.” L: (Patting his hand.) “You look perfectly fine to me.” D: (Smiling.) “Awww, thanks, hon.”

Describe yourself in three words. L: “Honest, friendly, and stylish.” D: “A good cook.” L: “Dear, I think they were looking for more than just that.” D: “Oh.” (Giggles, but offers no other comments.)

Any regrets? L: “I wish I’d never introduced Cathy to my brother.” D: (Flashes him a quizzical look.) “What do you mean by that?”

(Sorry, you’ll have to wait until the release of my next book to discover the meaning behind Lloyd’s statement.)