Casual Conversations
James sat at the head of the table, seemingly oblivious to his wife’s insignificant concerns. He laughed at their jokes and nodded in agreement with their aims. He said, “That sounds like fun,” as if he was unaware of the tension simmering under the surface. Due to his easygoing nature and his love for his wife, he was unaware of what I had heard. I wondered how much the knowledge of the truth would alter him.
Casual Conversations
A Promise To Myself
By the end of supper, I had promised myself something. There wouldn’t be much more of this charade. I would always look out for my family, but I wouldn’t give them what they deserved. I became more confident when they emptied the table. Time was running out, and something had to change. My strategy was prepared, and they would quickly realize that decisions had repercussions. I was determined to accomplish what needed to be done.
A Promise To Myself
