Being old isn’t a character flaw.”
The couple with the golden retriever turned toward us.
Christopher folded his arms.
“Spend thirty dollars or take him somewhere else.”
I held Benny tighter.
I wasn’t embarrassed by him.
But somehow, standing there with only enough intention to buy a four-dollar coffee, I suddenly felt embarrassed by myself.
That realization made me angry.
“I came inside because your sign says dogs are welcome.”
“They are.”
“Apparently only attractive dogs belonging to people who order expensive meals.”
His face hardened.
“I’m not arguing about
