We were done having lunch and I scooped up all the dirty dishes before Diane could reach them. I wanted to give her a break and just enjoy the day. She could play with Fio in the meantime because I was sure she missed her.

"I'll do the dishes. You can just go play with Fio or rest," I told her while giving her a stern look. She sighed while shaking her head, but a smile printed on her lips.

So, I carried all the dirty dishes to the washing table and put them in the basin. After everything was in, I put on the gloves and was ready to...