I planned my move carefully, knowing retaliating in anger wouldn’t work. Observing Karen’s routines, I waited for the perfect moment, which came during her book club meeting. Serving refreshments, I casually mentioned, “Karen, I hope your charity event goes well.”
Then, I produced an album of her pre-marriage photos. Her friends’ interest piqued, and Karen flushed with embarrassment. “Mary, this is inappropriate,” she hissed. I smiled, “We all come from humble beginnings.”
The mood shifted; Karen’s friends saw her differently. Later, my son, learning of the incident, understood my pain. Karen became more subdued, her arrogance dimmed. My son ensured such behavior wouldn’t repeat.
Reclaiming my dignity, I felt renewed confidence. Our spirits remain ageless, no matter our wrinkles.
Continue Reading in next page
