Marriage First, Mate Second
my husband responds with a grin, “See what I mean? I knew you were the right person for the job!”
“You say that now,” Tabby says with a smile, “But once you see how much I eat you may reconsider. Prepare to be surprised at what I can put away. I know that I’m small, and I don’t know where it all goes either, but that’s another thing you should know.”
“I will gladly order ten dinners if that’s what it takes,” my husband replies gently, “I’m very glad you’re joining us.”
She smiles and nods, turning to open the door. As she welcomes the server with his cart, I see that a single tear has fallen down her cheek. She wipes it away, embarrassed at her unintentional display of emotion.