“Yes, you’re right. We have the obligation and they don’t, so that’s why the job looks so glamorous to them and they covet it. It must seem like no work and only fun for us.” Ruby sat down at the round blond maple kitchen table.
Ruby ran her fingertips over the smooth, light-colored, warm wood. She loved the feel of it. It was as if it were alive and was one of the few pieces she still had from Atlantis.
Anna brought the tea and mugs to the table. They both took their tea black so it was very simple.
“Thank you, Anna,” Ruby said as Anna poured the tea. Ruby put her hands around the warm mug to comfort herself.
“Mom,” Anna began, her eyes serious. “There’s something we need to discuss.” After a short pause she continued. “It’s something I didn’t think I would ever talk to you about.” An
