Just before I reached the bottom step, I halted to smooth out my dress.

I chose a stretchy fabric, which hugged my curves and accentuated my features.      

With my hair styled and a light touch of makeup, I looked like a supermodel.

Satisfied with the final touches, I headed downstairs.

Our eyes met as he looked up from the TV screen. For a moment, he just stared at me.

"Hey", he said

"Hey", I replied shyly, despite the casual setting.

He looked around and whispered, "You look beautiful, wifey.

I felt the sincerity in his voice like a gentle touch. And the way he called my name? Very demure, very...