At 43, Megan’s routine life as a devoted wife takes an unexpected turn. A surprise romantic present for her husband makes her realize that she needs some time alone. She decides to go on a solo trip without him, but on the first night at the hotel, she is woken up by a stranger opening her door.
My name is Megan, and I am 43 years old.
Every day for over ten years, I have woken up early to make breakfast for my husband Neil and also to pack his lunch for work. It was always expected of me to keep the house clean, cook meals, and ensure Neil had everything he needed.
As is the norm, that morning, I was preparing breakfast for Neil. The kitchen smelled of freshly brewed coffee and sizzling bacon. I placed the eggs on Neil’s plate, just the way he liked them.
Finally, Neil woke up and came into the kitchen. His hair was a mess, and he looked half-asleep. As usual, he greeted me with a mumbled “Morning,” sat down at the table, and started eating.
I watched him for a moment, thinking how many mornings had looked exactly like this one. He would go to work and come back in the evening, tired or smelling of beer because he had stopped by the bar with his colleagues after work.
But today, I wanted to change that, even if only for a couple of days. “Honey, I have great news for you!” I said, feeling so excited to share this.
Honestly, I had been waiting for this moment. Neil looked up from his plate, a bit more awake now, and asked, “What is it?”
With a smile, I pulled out a pair of plane tickets to Florida for the weekend. “I won them in a radio contest,” I explained, “Tickets for a romantic getaway for two.” I was so excited, but his reaction wasn’t what I expected. Neil was upset, even irritated.
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