Iris had ordered them in spring, planning herbs for the balcony.

Garrett disliked the plan because he said it would make their apartment look provincial.

She picked up the catalogues and slipped them into her bag.

The visit was supposed to be practical: inspect the apartment, photograph its condition, collect mail, check the locks after authorization, and make a list of repairs.

But halfway through, Iris entered the guest room and saw a box of baby clothes she’d bought years before.

She and Garrett had once discussed children.