I headed to the cake shop to grab my order, eager to add a sweet touch to my husband's birthday celebration. With the cake snug in the car, I was on a mission to gather ingredients for his favorite meal: a succulent steak, perfectly cooked, paired with creamy mashed potatoes and a vibrant salad.Leaving work early was a small sacrifice for the joy it promised. Anticipating the surprise awaiting my husband, I couldn't help but smile as I drove.Just as my excitement reached its peak, my phone rang, jolting me from my daydream. Answering with a grin, I heard Ava's familiar voice. "Hey there! Long time no talk," she exclaimed, prompting a burst of laughter between us. "I know, right? How have you been?" I replied, grateful for the surprising interruption.We caught up on life. Reluctantly, we said our goodbyes, but not before Ava asked, "So, where are you off to?" Chuckling, I revealed, "I'm actually on my way home planning a surprise birthday dinner for my husband. It's going to be ep
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