(Scarlett’s POV)
I watch him turn a page in the picture book, his voice animated as he does different character voices. The children are hanging on every word.
"People make mistakes," she continues. "Lord knows I've made my share. But marriage isn’t about happily ever after, like they show in TVs these days. Marriage is about companionship, forgiveness, and growth."
"I…"
"Two complete strangers coming together, adjusting and compromising to make their life’s journey easier through companionship and forgiveness, while growing together." She squeezes my shoulder. "Don't let resentment come between you. Life's too short, and love's too precious."
I don’t say anything in response to her words, but I contemplate them throughout our visit.
When it's time to go, the goodbyes take forever. E
