“Want anything from the kitchen?” Alma asks with our empty paper plates in her hands.

“I could go for some of your cookies.”

Liberty toddles behind Alma and McGee brings up the rear as the group enters the kitchen. During the commercial break, I quickly make a trip to the restroom. While I wash my hands, my cellphone vibrates.

Savannah: I’m headed home. too much talking. distracting

Me: 3 innings. shocked you lasted that long

Savannah: need ...