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“You know how proud he is,” Mom whispered.
At my dad’s retirement BBQ, I gave him a $10,000 Rolex. He smirked, “You’re still my disappointment.”
“I know how cruel he is.” “He’s your father.” “I know. That’s why I gave him a $10,000 watch.” There was silence.
Then she said, “Jason’s card was declined at the gas station.” “Good.” “Allison.” “Mom, he’s thirty-two. He can buy his own gas.” Jason must have been listening, because his voice cut in.
