I fall back onto our futon and flip on the game. John skips into the den. He is worn out from playing with two of his friends all day. I’m exhausted, having ridden 30 miles. It feels good to just rest together.
“Dad,” he asks, “will you scratch my back?” Lately, this is John’s wish. John has a permanent itch.
“Rosie,” I say, “I need another cuddler over here! Will you sit Continue reading