And Kate had rarely met people who were curious for reasons other than just gawking at the crazy lady, so it worked. She didn't mind.

"Well, just my mom, and don't ask me how that worked." Seriously, Kate had never bothered to ask because it seemed a bit complicated. "And my dad. And when we got trapped in the basement 'cause of a tornado, she tried conducting a group session, which was horrific. But she doesn't come out much anymore."