Weekend Plans, Not Concerns
The twins excitedly talked about their weekend plans as supper continued. Sarah remarked, “We’re considering going to that new club downtown.” Emily went on, “And maybe hit the spa on Sunday.” They were so preoccupied with their activities that they forgot about my predicament. They never inquired about my needs or how I was feeling. Knowing how deeply ingrained their self-absorption was, I shook my head softly.
Weekend Plans, Not Concerns
James, Clueless
James appeared unaware of his wife’s trivial worries as he sat at the head of the table. He nodded in accord with their intentions and chuckled with their jokes. “That sounds like fun,” he said, seemingly oblivious to the tension that was seething under the surface. He was oblivious to what I had overheard because of his laid-back disposition and devotion to his wife. I pondered how much he would change after learning the truth.
James, Clueless
