She agreed to consider it after more time and a discussion with Miriam.

That night I sent my decorator a message canceling a proposed children’s wing.

I wanted the rooms to be shaped around the people who might use them, not my fantasy of being a father.

PART 18

The first visit to my apartment took place in spring.

Hannah came with the children and June, who had offered to help if anyone became overwhelmed.

The place looked enormous through their eyes.