My stepson begged me, “Don’t marry my dad.” The reason made me faint at the altar.

Games consoles and consolation

At home, I imagined that some video games might ease the tension Tim was carrying. “How about we play your favorite?” I suggested, hoping to see some sign of enthusiasm. Jeff settled down with us, ready to join in, but his cell phone rang. “I need to take this,” he apologized, leaving me alone with Tim. I watched him handle the remote, feeling like I was facing an invisible barrier that I didn’t know how to cross.

Games Consoles And Consolation