The Postscript: Romantic impulses

I was looking at my hair in the mirror.

“I think I might need a touch-up,” I noted to my husband, Peter.

“Hmmm,” Peter replied, without looking up. (Which means, “If you think so honey. I honestly believe you might be able to hold off a week!” I can always count on Peter for a thoughtful response.)

“Maybe I should get it done in time for Valentine’s Day.” This time Peter did look up, with just a trace of alarm.

“You know, so I’ll be ready for our Big Night Out!” I smiled and Peter relaxed and went back to his reading. I was just kidding and he knew it.

Peter and I will be celebrating Valentine...