I came downstairs on hearing the sounds of chattering and laughter.
“Catherine” I called out
“Child,” she said, standing up for a hug.
She had her usual free-spirited demeanor as if nothing had transpired over the past months
“Hmmm. I miss you” She said, as she tightened her grip around me.
“Mom, you shouldn't be here” I said, giving off an awkward feeling.
“No child, I came to see how my daughter-in- law is faring.
“Mom” I called out.
“I am no longer your daughter-in-law” I said
“Ethan is no longer my husband”
“Nonsense!” she bluffed
“Ethan is just waiting to get something together. After which he'd come back for you”
Catherine playfully explained.
But the thought of Ethan coming back for me sent a certain unexplained feeling of excitement. But just as it came, I pushed it
