After losing her husband Ron, Lucy moved in with her son and daughter-in-law. After her loss, she wasn’t prepared to live alone, so she was residing in their home till she was.
As Lucy desired, her son benefited from the rent she was collecting from her own home. She clarified that it was done out of appreciation. While her son, Connor, worked long hours as an IT technician, Lucy lived alone with her housewife of a daughter-in-law, Eve.
While carrying her baggage, Connor informed his mother that she would be staying on the first floor, adding, “So, you don’t have to worry about your knees and the stairs.”
Everything was wonderful at first. Eve was really gentle with her and quite perceptive. She was cooking and clearing the dishes, and she turned down Lucy’s offer of assistance.
But Lucy was attempting to assist her with all of the housework. But as time went on, Lucy found herself completing household duties by herself, and her aging knees began to complain.
Eve called her mother-in-law, Lucy, as she was watching TV a few days before Christmas arrived.
Eve said, “Lucy, please go out and buy groceries for tonight’s dinner and Christmas dinner too, after you finish the laundry.” There will be nine visitors. Before you go, I’ll give you the cash.
Given that they were going shopping together, Lucy was taken aback. But instead of asking this time, she was giving orders.
Lucy came to the realization that her daughter-in-law will utilize her as a maid the longer she stays in their home. She was no longer a visitor.
But before she went, she wanted to teach Eve a lesson. Lucy was used to cooking and preparing food for huge crowds because she came from a large family.
The aromas of Lucy’s home-cooked Christmas meal permeated the house when Christmas arrived.
The guests entered the supper table as they began to arrive. “Aunt Lucy, this food is amazing!” exclaimed one of her son’s pals. Did you prepare everything by yourself?
“Yes, Ross,” Lucy grinned and replied.
After all the praise she had received, she could see that her son Connor was proud of his mother. Since this was Lucy’s first Christmas without her husband Ron, she was delighted too, but she was also missing him.
Eve remarked, “Lucy, I didn’t think you could make so many delicious things!”
Lucy said, “Thank you, Eve,” since she had a lesson she wanted to teach her.
Eve and Lucy were clearing the table after supper, and Connor was serving their guests in the living area. Lucy noticed that Eve had an envious expression on her face.
Lucy was envious of the praise and the people who were enjoying her meal. Can we discuss, Lucy? Eve enquired afterwards.
Yes, Lucy replied. “Darling, what’s on your mind?”
“I had no idea you were so involved in household chores. I added it to your load because I’ve been wanting to take it easy. I truly apologize. Says she.
When Lucy saw Eve had learned her lesson, she grinned. “It’s okay,” Lucy said, “I just want you to know that even though I’d love to help out around the house, I’m getting older and my knees don’t feel the same as they used to.”
Eve remarked, “Come on, let’s go put your feet up. We make a great team.” I’m going to brew you some tea.
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