He acted as if the last four years had never happened.

He acted as if he hadn’t secretly sold Luke’s childhood home and then told him in a two-minute phone call.

The game went on for six full innings.

Walt stayed for every single pitch.

He cheered loudly when our team scored, and he shouted coaching advice when the boys struck out.

He bought a paper tray of nachos from the concession stand and offered to share them.

When the last out was made, Walt stood up and brushed the peanut shells off his lap.