"Hi Maggie." Mom says, looking between us. I suddenly realize that with our wet hair and glistening skin, we both look like we just stepped from the shower. "No, it didn't go so well." Mom sighs, sitting on the bar stool next to Maggie.
"I came by to see what you were doing today." Maggie says. "Nick said you'd be home pretty soon, so I waited." Maggie says, reaching out to gently touch mom's shoulder. "What happened?"
"The lawyer says we're still married and by state law, Daryl's entitled to half of anything I inherit." Mom says dejectedly.
"I've got to get going." I tell them, as I kiss mom on the cheek. "Everything will be alright, mom." I tell her, patting her thigh. "You'll see."
"Okay, sweetie." Mom says, but not in a very convincing way. I wink at Maggie as I go into my room to
