Luke- Three Months Later
The air in the backyard was cool despite the heat of the late August afternoon. The caterers had just finished setting out the food as our first guests arrived. It felt odd having the catering crew work for us, since I used to work for them back when I was in art school. But my life had been turned upside down since Joe’s arrival, and the ability to afford caterers was just one of many changes. We were having a housewarming party for our new home on China Street, and a farewell party for Suzi, who was leaving for the conservatory in a few days.
“Darling, Gunther told me the good news, and I’m thrilled for you.” Catherine, Joe’s mother had become a fixture in our lives, despite her bizarre parenting skills. “New York! Ah, I will go with you for the opening. I can
