At the time, I assumed they were simply being difficult.
So that spring, I decided to stop asking.
I ordered them a new mattress.
A good one.
Delivery included.
Installation included.
And for an extra fee, the company would haul the old mattress away.
My plan was simple.
I would take Mom and Dad to the beach for the day.
The movers would come while we were gone.
By the time we returned, the new mattress would already be in place.
My parents could complain for a few days.
Then
