“Oh, my darling,” she reached out to me. “I love him, Grandma. I’ve loved him for the longest time and I thought it was mutual. I was a fool…” “It’s his loss, baby, I promise you. You’ll find a man deserving of you, I promise.” “Oh please!” I scoffed wiping my eyes. “I’ve decided marriage is not for me. That’s why I want to cut off. I don’t think I can put up with mom’s constant reminder of my singlenss. I’ll be twenty-five in a few months, I’m way past the age of ever hoping to find a mate. So, I wouldn’t bother.” “You’ll give up without trying? Didn’t I suggest you try to explore, go on a vacation, mingle, Celeste or take up your right beside your brother that will bring more exposure.” “Not interested, don’t worry,” I shook my head. “Now, back to what we were saying. How do I even

