My aunt laughed and seemed a little shocked. I know my aunt likes to start on the upstairs so I watched as she took her coat off and threw it on the couch. I made a point of going to the closet and grabbing my coat. My aunt paused on the stairs.

“Where are you going?” She asked with an eyebrow raised.

“I need a walk. I have been stuck in the house too often this winter. Some fresh air will do me good.” I said as I put on my coat and zipped up.

“Well have a good time. I am going to do a little shopping for snacks,...