Everyone Knew She'd Leave Me but Me
It's the company's eighth-anniversary celebration.
From the corner of the parking lot, I catch sight of my close friend, Leroy Parks, stepping out of the passenger seat of my girlfriend's car.
My girlfriend, Kristen Fox, then leans over and helps him fix his tie. He grins lightly at her.
I just tighten my grip on the cashmere shawl that I had bought for my future mother-in-law, Cindy Holt, and turn to leave.
From the doorway leading backstage, I hear her voice saying, "The wedding rehearsal is all set. Since everyone is also here today, let's just go public with your relationship with Leroy."
Kristen speaks in a low, suppressed voice. "Mom! Keep your voice down!"
However, Cindy raises