My parents told everyone I was a waitress, for nin…

tried their best and still came in last.

And to Wanda, we love you too, honey. The table applauded. For Nadine, the addendum about me got a polite murmur.

Later, by the dessert table, cousin Derek asked me what I was up to these days. Before I could answer, my father materialized beside me, hand on my shoulder, the weight of it like a verdict. She waits continue reading …