Oblivious to her wandering thoughts, Joe answered her, "Honestly, I don't know where it came from... or when it started."

The husband sighed while his shoulders took their usual form — slumped and dispirited. Much unlike the way he stood against his wife awhile ago, albeit briefly.

"Maybe it started when Tricia was born. I mean, I'm sure she just wants what's best for her. I want what's best for her too."

"You just disagree on what exactly is best for her, I get it."

He nodded blankly, turning to glance at her. "Right."

Joe had to admit he was refreshed by her frank attitude. He wasn't used to it....