I took a deep breath when I pulled into the parking lot in front of our house. Leaving work took some effort today with the new client pushing my team to their limits.
When I closed the car and walked up to our house, I saw some light in the living room. My wife was still awake.
I entered the house and there she was, the love of my life. Sitting on the kitchen table with some magazines. She smiled and shook her head. “Another long day?”
“I’m sorry, dear. Couldn’t help it.” I kissed her cheek: “Are the kids in bed?”
She nodded and went to the kitchen to pour me a glass of water. Watching her remembered me how she would do that ever since we were together. It’s always a glass of water first.
“You want some leftovers?” she asked and handed me the glass.
“I’m not hungry, thank you, love.”
I took a sip of water and leaned on the kitchen counter. She smiled and laid her arms around me: “Well then it’s time for dessert” She winked at me and got on her knees.