Actually, better than okay because of Daddy. For the first time since Mom got sick, my father wakes up in a great mood. His humming fills the kitchen as he sets out our breakfast. Robby and I look at each other, but we don’t speak. We don’t even smile. We’re afraid to break the spell. When we finish eating, I help Robby pack for his sleepover at Kevin’s. I hold up one of his new polos. “Do you want to wear this tomorrow?” “I don’t care,” he tells me. “Any old shirt is fine.” I look up, see he’s busy taking money out of his piggy bank. “Why are you robbing Porky?” I ask. “Daddy will give you money for the movies.” Robby shrugs. “I may need a little more. For things.” “Okay,” I say, trying not to pry. Robby never spends one cent of his savings if he can help it. Daddy drives Robby over to Kevin’s house. I make my bed, then wash the breakfast dishes. I’m straightening up Robby’s room when Daddy returns. “Leave that, Vannie. Let’s go check out the show!”
What do You think about Getting Back To Normal (2013)?
