My Family Told Me To Leave Grandma’s Lake Geneva Anniversary

at my cotton dress, then at my car.

“You know this place is five hundred a night minimum, right?”

“I’m aware.”

Brittany lifted her sunglasses.

“Before resort fees.”

“I know.”

“And activities,” Derek added. “Dad planned a lot. Golf tournament, wine tasting, yacht cruise. This isn’t exactly a budget weekend.”

I pulled my suitcase handle up.

“It’s Grandma and Grandpa’s anniversary.”

“That doesn’t answer how you’re paying for it.”

I looked at him.

“With money.”

Brittany gave a small laugh under her breath.

The kind people pretend you were not