A Quiet Smile And A Dinner Surprise They Didn’t Expect

and radiant—no sign of illness whatsoever. Thelma and her husband. Reed and Audrey. Several other couples I recognized as Wesley and Cora’s friends.

They were laughing. Toasting. Celebrating.

Without me.

Reed saw me first. His eyes widened, and I saw him reach for Audrey’s hand under the table. Then Audrey noticed, her expression shifting to concern. continue reading …