After what seemed like an eternity of nonstop turmoil, Liam and I had finally managed to carve out a little space for ourselves. Due to the fact that our seventh wedding anniversary was approaching, we were in desperate need of a getaway. Raising three active children, working full-time jobs, and most recently living with his mother, Judith, when a fire destroyed our kitchen… all of these things had taken their toll on him physically and emotionally.
As a result, we did not hesitate to take advantage of the opportunity to go on a holiday to Maui for a week. There are no children. There are no requirements.
There are no in-laws. Just Liam and I, how it used to be when we were together. Are you referring to the first three days?
Unquestionably a heaven. We slept in late. Drinking coffee on our own terrace with a view of the beach was a relaxing activity.
Under the warm rays of the sun, we sipped delicious drinks and strolled hand in hand along the shoreline illuminated by the moon. The sensation of falling in love all over again was evoked by each and every kiss. I was able to spend some time alone with my hubby.
Until I chose not to. On the fourth day, it was the early afternoon. At that moment, I heard a voice coming from behind us while we were resting on the beach, our skin heated from the sun.
A voice that I did not recognize at all. “Amelia! ” “Liam!”
I became numb.
Are you familiar with the horror films in which the main character slowly turns their head, aware that something dreadful is directly behind them? That has been me. Judith, who is my mother-in-law, was standing only a few steps away, wearing a flowery outfit that was so brilliant that it blinded her eyes and sunglasses that were too big for her.
It occurred to me that the two of you may get lonely without me! chirped she said. So I took a flight out!
As I looked at her, I felt as if she had sprouted three heads. It was almost as if Liam choked on his drink. As he sat completely upright, he said, “Mom?” “What… if you’re here, what are you doing?!”
She immediately removed her sandals, sat down on a lounger as if she were the owner of the resort, and stretched out her muscles while heaving a sigh.
“A choice made at the eleventh hour! Seeing as how the two of you are in love, I thought it would be nice to have some sunlight and some familiar company. Furthermore, I was in need of a vacation as well.
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