I Canceled the Money While They Were Still Watching the Ball Drop

to update a vendor spreadsheet while my family detonated inside my phone.

At 9:11 a.m., my mother texted: We need to discuss your behavior like adults.

At 9:13: Your father is deeply hurt.

At 9:14: Melissa is in pieces.

At 9:20, Melissa herself texted: I hope you’re happy. I may lose my apartment.

I stared at that one until my vision did the blurry thing.continue reading …