The Home Chapter 9
I must admit it was strange sleeping alone that first night after roger died but told myself it was a temporary setback. Little did I realize that neither Mary or Melanie would be visiting me anytime soon. I didn’t know the protocol for attending his services but it seemed like the entire population of guests were there in addition to his family. Afterward his son invited everyone to brunch at a nice restaurant where I sat with Mary. She was still upset by what happened so I just patted her hand and said that time heals all wounds. After lunch I managed to spend some time with Melanie. She was doing ok but didn’t give me any indication that she wanted to resume our relationship. Things went on like this for the next week until …