I have my phone on mute at the restaurant. I arrive home and pull it out of my purse to check it. It’s flashing blue. When I hit the button, it shows two texts: one from Michael and the other from Anna.

MICHAEL: I’d like 2 C U 2night. Can U get out?

ISABELLA: Sure Time?

MICHAEL: 9 I’ll B waiting down the street.

ISABELLA: Sure, C U then!

ANNA: Can U come over? Or do U want 2 go 2 Memphis?

ISABELLA: Was already there with Scott & his mom. I can go 2 your house but I can’t stay long. Michael wants 2 C me. Can U pick...