We’ll figure it out.”

I thought he meant the time.

Now I understood he meant the entire holiday.

I went downstairs.

On the refrigerator, a small turkey-shaped magnet held a folded note.

Mom,

We decided to take the kids somewhere special for Thanksgiving. We know you’ve been tired lately, so enjoy a few quiet days. There’s food in the freezer. Please don’t worry about anything. We’ll be back Tuesday evening.

Love, Daniel and Rebecca.