Excellent Deja vu of married misery trumps all Visitors Bring Bad Memories by Elizabeth Emerald Artwork by MoonWillow at FanArtReview.com

My friend Emily came for lunch today, Labor Day, with her husband and nine-year-old son. The original plan was a cookout at their place. Emily invited two acquaintances and their children; both women declined.  I say "acquaintances" rather than "friends," of which Emily has only one: me. This is through no fault of hers. The reason for Emily's dearth of friends is that her husband's paranoia is off-putting, as is the behavior of her autistic child. Whenever I see Emily and her family, I am reminded of my 17-year stint with an antisocial husband and disturbed son.   And whenever I feel envy at Emily's continuing triumphs on the racing circuit, as contrasted to my pathetic performance, I remind myself that I wouldn't trade places with her. Not even if all her medals were 24-karat gold.    Recognized Author Notes Helza Blaze by MoonWillow on FanArtReview.com THANK YOU!

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