My husband gave away every maternity dress I owned while I was at work. When I asked what I was supposed to wear, he kept spreading mustard on his sandwich.

We had a shared credit card, and I knew exactly how much was owed on it.

What debt was my husband hiding?

Elaine called again around noon.

“Tara has agreed to record a full explanation of what happened. Would you like a copy?”

“Yes.”

“She’s also packing everything that’s left.”

I thanked her.

Then Elaine asked for my clothing sizes.

I frowned.

“Why?”

“Because you need things you can wear immediately.”

“Elaine, you don’t have to buy anything.”

“I know, sweetheart. I’m asking whether you’ll let me.”

That question broke