"Ugh, sand." Tim groused, even as he returned the knee bump. He was starting to wonder what it would be like to be right beside the ocean though. Sand leading to water, rather than more sand and dangerous caves. People said the ocean was good for the soul, maybe Tim could find some peace there; with the right person.

"IPA, are those the ones that taste like grapefruit? I like my beer to taste like beer. If I want grapefruit, I'll eat a grapefruit."

He would, as they both knew. Tim's healthy dietary habits were well known around the office. Most guys and gals took chips, jerky and a couple of Slim Jim's on stakeouts. Tim Gutterson packed fruit and string cheese. One stick of string cheese could amuse the young sniper for almost half an hour!