I called Mom while I was shopping and asked, “Should I bring chocolate cake or apple pie for Christmas?” – Welcome

the wall thermostat looking perfectly satisfied.

“Did you shut off the upstairs cooling?”

Linda crossed her arms.

“There is absolutely no reason to air-condition half the house just because you want to sit upstairs behind a closed door all afternoon.”

Claire stared at her.

“I told you this morning that I had an important meeting and needed a quiet room.continue reading …