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

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Other plans.

I called Aunt Marissa.

“What did Mom tell you?”

“That you were doing your own thing this year.”

“She said I had plans?”

“Yes.”

“With who?”

“She didn’t say.”

“Did anyone ask?”

Marissa hesitated.

“I did.”

“And?”

“She said you were busy and everyone should take advantage of being available Christmas Eve.”

“So you thought I chose not to come.”

“Yes.”

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