“I want you to understand the boys are part of his life whether or not they’re part of your wedding,” I said.

She gave me his new mailing address.

I returned the card after copying what was needed for ordinary communication.

I did not need to keep asking her to explain the man she wanted to marry.

At home, Elliot read the invitation.

“No boys?”

“The reception plans don’t include children.”

“His children?”