I arrived at five and was greeted by Dan who looked yummy in a sweater vest and tight, black jeans. He leaned towards me, gave me a hug and a kiss on my cheek before inviting me in. We stood in the kitchen and were chatting aimlessly when Steff muttered, "Damn it, forgot the cilantro."

"I'll run down and get it for you, Honey."

"No, I'll do it. You keep Amber company for a few minutes."

After she tore out the door, Dan offered me a glass of wine and invited me to sit with him on the patio overlooking their cute, small backyard. At a break in our conversation,...