When I called to tell my son that my wife had pass…

I repeated. You mean someone old and stupid? Dad, Marcus said quickly, nobody thinks you’re stupid.

We just think. What do you think, Marcus? I interrupted.

In your own words, not whatever. Sophia told you to say. His face flushed red.

I think you’re not handling mom’s death well. I think you’re alone and confused. And I think Sophia and I can help you.continue reading …