“‘Walk Yourself,’ My Mom Mocked at My Wedding — So I Walked Alone… Until the Mayor, a Senator, and My Superintendent All Stood Up for My ‘Nobody’ Husband.”
She waved a hand. “For you and Daniel? I’d clear my schedule.” Her voice dropped just a bit. “The work you’re doing at that school? It matters, Clara. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.”
Over her shoulder, I saw my mother’s lips part slightly. She looked like someone had thrown a bucket of cold water on her.