I can’t take it today.”

“Are you sure, Daniel?”

“I understand what I’m giving up.”

I did not completely understand.

I only understood that Grandma had an appointment, that she wanted me there, and that I had promised to come.

When I arrived, Robert had sent a message saying he wanted to discuss a temporary care agreement.

He and Linda came with a blue folder.

“This puts responsibilities in writing,” he told Eleanor.