Then came his 40th.
Ryan loves attention and big gestures.
So a few weeks before his birthday, he comes into the kitchen like he’s about to announce a promotion.
“Babe,” he says, “40 is a big deal. I want a real party this year.
Like… big.”
I’m stirring pasta. “Okay? What are you thinking?”
He grins.
“Rent a place. Invite everyone. Friends, colleagues, clients.
I want a proper celebration.”
“Sure,” I say. “If that’s what you want.”
Then he adds, all casual, “Can you organize it? You’re so much better at that stuff.
I’m slammed at work.”
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