“I just wish …” She sets the mugs in the drying rack and turns toward me.
You wish what? Say the word, and I’ll do anything for you.
“I wish we didn’t have to lie,” she says.
And I swallow.
Same, wife, same.
ME
How did packing go with your dad today?
LOREN
We got started on a little purging and organization. I boxed up some things I just want to have since I won’t be over there much after he moves. But we made progress, which is good. Also, the process was kind of hard. He seems to be good with everything, though. So … you know.
TLDR - Good, hard, good.
ME
Sounds about right.
LOREN
As for summer school this year, you’re right. I want to be free as much as possible for my dad while I can. Thanks for supporting me in that decision. Means a lot.
ME
Of course. Always.
LOREN
How did things go for you at the district office?
ME
The anonymous donations are back on. Dr. Dewey is thrilled. We started a list of potential uses for the funding. Just some basic brainstorming so far. Oh, and no one asked me if I got married in secret recently. So … you know.
TLDR - Success.
LOREN
Lol. We should definitely celebrate.
ME
Agreed.
LOREN
I’m heading out to tutor, but I’ll be home 6-ish.
ME
You made breakfast. I’ll cook dinner. I was thinking spaghetti bolognese.
LOREN