"That's handled for a few months. We need to learn more about what's available here that's safe. We have the carpet to explore and map out our location. This is a good thing here. We can be happy. Have you met Jo?"

Jo was doing the same with others but she gravitated to the females and the river. There was a lot of bathing and washing of hair being done and Jo seemed to be the source of knowledge as to where to find the herbs and plants to clean the body. Her "medicine" fit each woman perfectly. She continually complimented each woman about her looks but she was really quietly "interrogating" each one as to her path in the meaning of life. When she discovered difficulties or hesitations she spoke to the air as if she were consulting some higher power. In moments there came a peace over the troubled one as The Two Voiced One realigned structure and calmed the one in question. Soon the general opinion of Jo was that of a very special young woman in touch with the earth and the powers. The best part of it all was the good humor and laughter she trailed behind. At no time did she ridicule or mock.

"Belief in a higher power is a good thing, a happy thing. The god loves laughter. She's pretty funny herself. Have you met the Cheese?"

Eventually Jo and the Cheese met in the crowd and held hands. Their faces became mobile mirrors of the soul. It looked like they were doing more than just holding hands. There was information being exchanged. They both looked up and raised one hand to the sky. Over the edge of the cliff came bundles and poles. The two slowly lowered their hands as the cargo came to rest at their feet. Without speaking they bent to the task ahead. One bundle was unfolded and laid out on the ground. It was thin buffalo hides sewn together. Three poles were placed on the hides and marked and then moved off the hides. A rawhide rope was tied to the poles with a special knot, and, with Jo holding on the rope while standing on the butts of two poles, the Cheese lifted the poles and spread them into a tripod: two poles to the west and one pole facing east. Then the Cheese lifted other poles one at a time, and Jo placed them in the tripod, making a circular frame. A stout pole was laid on the hides and marked, then the hides were tied to the pole. Jo and the Cheese folded the hides so that they made a long narrow triangle. Jo stood on the butt of the pole as the Cheese lifted the pole and bundle and placed it on the back of the frame opposite the single pole of the tripod. The Cheese picked up what looked like short arrows without points or feathers and stuck them in the back of his belt. He walked around to the single pole facing east. Jo started pulling on the folded bundle while walking towards the Cheese. she walked the other part of the bundle to the cheese. The Cheese knelt at Jo's feet and she stepped lightly on his hand. Using one hand, he carefully picked her up and walked into the hides. Jo pulled the two sides together and the Cheese handed her one of the sticks from his belt. Through holes in the edge of the front of the cover she poked the stick and stuck her hand behind her. A second stick was handed her. Using all the sticks Jo laced the front of the bundle of hides together. The Cheese took carved stakes from the pile and pulled and stretched the cover and staked the edge down. He went inside and moved the poles out to the cover. Then he walked about gathering rocks for the fire, Jo moved other bundles into the structure. When she was satisfied she went outside: To the gathered people she raised her hands, "Today I move into my home, please be with me as I celebrate a new life."

A voice from above spoke,"You have done well, my daughter. May your home be filled with peace and laughter."

"There are enough homes so everyone may have one. The Cheese and I are willing to teach, who is willing to learn?"

"If you wish to pair off go ahead."

Jo added, "Testing the waters can be such fun. I expect there will be much joy and laughter while you experiment to see who fits best!"

The Cheese said,"There is a marvelous hot pool on the plain above the cliff. After the homes are finished enough for sleeping, the carpet will take anyone up who wishes to go."

"By the way," commented Jo. "This is a clothing optional resort." And she laughed along with everyone.

More bundles and poles floated down to land on the ground. Soon the valley was filled with the hustle and bustle of happy people building homes. As each new lodging was erected, two newly trained erectors moved on to the next. While each party was careful to place the one pole to the east it was soon noticed that a wide space was left in the middle. A fire pit was placed in the middle and three very large lodges were erected, two to the north and one to the south. No one seemed to know why this was so, but it fit with the general plan. With so many helping, the entire village was finished before dark. There was a general feeling of wellbeing and anticipation.

The Two Voiced One was very satisfied. "It's just about time for the next step."

Bill and the carpet were kept busy moving people to the plain above the valley. There was food for all tastes laid out on blankets and plenty of drink. The hot pool was a continual feast of sex for any and all who wished to participate. Couples coupled and moved on to the next. No one seemed to mind who did what to who. A simple, "No, thank you. I'm not into that. I do appreciate you asking though." was sufficient and no one was pressed. A generally loving time was had by all. Very few men were bisexual, but almost all the women enjoyed each other along with the men. Vickie had a blast! The Cheese and Jo put her to bed fairly early, she was exhausted.

While the party was in full swing, the Cheese gathered Carol, Grandmom Judith, and Great Aunt Rebecca and mostly introduced them to the Two Voiced One.

"Carol, I understand your concerns," said the Two, using both Voices. "The problem is that I can't take you back and leave your mind whole."

The Cheese commented, "not that anyone would believe you anyway."

This got an evil look from Carol.

"I can erase any memory you have of ever having Kurt and Vickie," said the Two, "but I can see that that isn't acceptable."

"The Cheese didn't have to take my kids." Carol complained.

"The Cheese didn't do it," explained the Two. "I did it. As far as I'm concerned, you're all just a bunch of laboratory rats, and I needed four for an experiment. Kurt and the Cheese were handy so I took them. It's not like you're intelligent beings. You fight and war and kill. Greed obsesses you. You have polluted past extinction. It's too late to stop it then, the repairs must begin now. The Cheese impressed me when I looked into his mind. He has been berserker violent at times but I could see he hated it, and I knew he would be very unhappy without Jo. Vickie just happened. She and Jo really like each other. They're both extremely smart, for lab rats. Jo pointed out that my original premise was unworkable, my fault I suppose. The research was incomplete and my researcher was incompetent, a government placed employee, you understand. But, once started I had to keep on or lose my funding and my work, as Kurt so aptly put it, would be a footnote for failure. What is at stake here is the very existence of this planet. To put it bluntly..you lab rats have become a distinct danger to the universe! My project is to change the direction of disaster."

"Wow! I see," said the Cheese. "You must be trying to reorganize the possibility of European Colonization of the Western hemisphere. You need the indigenous peoples of this Hemisphere to present a united front to oppose invaders."

"Hot Damn!" The Two exclaimed, "Cheese, you're a whole lot smarter than you let on!"

"What about me?" Carol asked, "how do I fit in?"

"Carol, I needed to develop a sense of humor," said the Two. "You're part of a practical joke."

Carol huffed, really, she huffed. "Huff!!"

"That's the first time I've ever seen anyone do that!" exclaimed the Cheese.

Carol broke down, Jo moved to her, hugged her and beckoned him with her eyes. He put his arms around them both, Carol turned to him and soaked his shirt.

"I've been so unhappy and scared. My husband might be dead. This not knowing is worse than knowing the truth," she moaned, blubbering. "The Navy Department won't help. I'm broke, my car is on it's last legs, the twins are dating Donaldsons, the Lez is chewing snuff, Vickie is out there at the pool fucking...yes, fucking, to her hearts content. NOW I'm a joke. My life is out of control and...and I'm soooo horny. Oooo, Cheese, you smell good!"

I'll bet you can guess where this turn of events is going!

The Two Voiced one spoke, "If you could be any age, Carol, what would you choose?"

Carol didn't hesitate, "I love the wisdom age has brought me, I like me like this."

"Most reverend Grandmother, If you could choose?"

Judith blushed and spoke, "I'm happy with my life, I've had a good one. There is very little I would change. I admit it's a little strange living with all this youth and energy, but I've had to adapt to change before. I miss my dead husband and the sex but I think I'm past that. If I can't go back, I can do this."

"Revered Great Aunt Beckie, I have read your mind, and plumbed your heart. I will do as you ask."

70 year old Rebecca was transformed, an 18 year old total fox was standing in her clothes. "I suppose I should be sorry, Judy. But I'm not!! I'm gonna go get laid. That bastard left me hanging fifty two years ago. A promise is a promise, I remained true to it until it was too late to change. He was married, with grown children before I discovered that lying Bastard was living in Detroit. That son of a bitch ruined my first life, this one is on my terms. Thank you Two Voices." She ran to the carpet, "Bill, take me to the pool and don't dawdle! I've been a virgin for 70 years, that changes tonight!!"

"Ooo," said Carol. "She's hot! Is it too late to change my mind?"