Janet laughed after blinking. “After everything we’ve accomplished together, Tom? In an instant.”
She began searching online for clothing a few weeks later. As I watched her browse through upscale websites, she would sometimes look at me with a question in her eyes. I showed her the outfit at that point.
At first, I remained silent.
I took care not to wrinkle it as I just placed it across the bed.Will you remarry me?
Janet traced the lace design with her fingers, stopping at the hem where our kids’ initials were concealed.You made this?” Softly, she inquired.
I gave a nod. “If you don’t like it, you don’t have to —”Tom. I’ve never seen anything so exquisite.
She put a palm to my cheek and said, “And that’s exactly what I’ll wear for our renewal.” I tried to brush it off.You made this?”
It was a beautiful ceremony. We were alone on the piano with the children, a few close friends, and Mary, Janet’s best friend.
Sue’s hands trembled as she read a poem. “You showed us what love looks like, Mom and Dad. even on the most difficult days.”
As the sunlight touched Janet’s outfit, I noticed her.
She mouthed, “You did this,” and for a moment I had trouble breathing.
The hired space was filled with clinking glasses and laughing later at the reception.
Our neighbor Carl, holding a drink, cornered me near the buffet. “Tom, I’ve seen desserts created by hand, but a bridal gown? Are you attempting to establish a new trend?You showed us what love looks like, Mom and Dad.”
I gave a shrug. “Carl, you never know. Maybe I’m ahead of the times.”
He picked up a pastry puff and rolled his eyes.
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