She exhales a deep breath, sighing as she gives in and takes the black fabric. “Can I at least choose the music before I have to wear this?” she asks when I get behind the wheel. “Of course, sweetheart.” I flash her a wink, then press a kiss on her knuckles. “Then sit back and relax. We’ll be there in a couple hours.” I love surprising my wife. She does so much for our family and deserves this and more. She’s also put up with my a*s for almost two decades. After finally admitting our feelings, we had two kids before we said our vows. Every day, I’m still amazed that she picked me. “I’m bored and can’t look at the scenery or read,” she complains an hour into the drive, which causes me to chuckle. Viola always has her nose in a book on long car rides. “We’re halfway there now. Want t

