"Between the Shadow and the Soul," by Lauren Groff
Briefly

"...nearly every spare hour was spent on house projects or finding antiques at yard sales..." This highlights the couple’s commitment and passion for reviving their home together, shaping it into a personal sanctuary over the years.
"Willie had had too much wine the night she announced she wanted to retire... he said, recklessly, hopefully, Maybe now we have a kid?" This moment signifies a shift in their long-held agreement about not having children, echoing feelings of uncertainty at a turning point in their lives.
Read at The New Yorker
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