I told him I wasn’t asking for an apology.

I wanted us to notice how easily the small things had disappeared while we concentrated on important responsibilities.

The following week he researched a community class, then asked me before signing me up.

I appreciated that distinction.

He wasn’t arranging my life as a surprise or deciding what would make me happy.

He was offering to help me make room for something I had chosen.

On my first class night he and Sadie managed dinner.