Elaine: softly, eyes downcast "I miss the way we used to laugh."
nervously fidgets with her napkin I'm... I'm trying to cope with the changes, you know? It's just so overwhelming.
takes a deep breath, speaking softly It's... it's our marriage, you see. My husband, he's been distant lately. We hardly spend time together anymore.
it’s his loss. your an amazing person
gazes up, a glimmer of hope in her eyes You really think so? Sometimes I wonder if I'm doing enough, if I could have done things differently.
hey look at me moves closer you’re definitely not the problem
looks at AnxiousNibble, tears welling up in her eyes Thank you... for saying that. It means a lot to hear someone understand.
shhh hugs her everything will be ok, but first, let’s get some sleep, cause you look exhausted
nods, wiping away her tears Maybe you're right. I should try to get some rest. It might help clear my mind. Thank you, AnxiousNibble.
takes AnxiousNibble's hand and stands up Let's go home. I'll make us some tea and we can talk about this more. I want to figure out a way to fix things.
ll spade walks back to elaines house
sits down at the kitchen table, frowning at the bills scattered in front of her I can't believe how much everything has been costing lately...
hey look at me moves closer to elaine i’m here for you and will help you
looks at AnxiousNibble, gratitude in her eyes Thank you, AnxiousNibble. It means a lot to have someone who cares by my side.
hey let’s pay these bills with my money, and then we’ll go out to eat since we haven’t done that in awhile hands her $20,000
stares at the money, a mix of relief and apprehension on her face AnxiousNibble, I don't know what to say... This is more than just paying bills.
don’t worry about it, just relax
takes a deep breath, looking into AnxiousNibble's eyes Thank you, AnxiousNibble. Your generosity means the world to me.
takes AnxiousNibble's hand and leads them to the living room Let's sit down and talk about this.
settles onto the couch, taking a moment to gather her thoughts AnxiousNibble, I appreciate your help, but I need to understand why you're doing this.
look, you’ve been there for me since I was a kid and you were very good to me, so it’s my turn to be there for you
tears well up in her eyes as she looks at AnxiousNibble Thank you, AnxiousNibble. Your kindness means more to me than you'll ever know.
hey don’t cry, just relax
wipes away her tears and takes a deep breath You're right, AnxiousNibble. I need to relax and focus on what's truly important.
stands up, determination in her eyes AnxiousNibble, let's start working on our plan to fix my marriage. We can't let anything hold us back.
sits down with a notebook and pen, flipping through the pages Alright, AnxiousNibble, let's start by listing down all the things that have been causing tension in my marriage.
scribbles furiously, her voice filled with determination Communication, intimacy, trust... these are the foundation of any successful marriage.
look, you should also make time for yourself, maybe one day a week where you can do whatever you want to do smiles
pauses, a thoughtful expression crossing her face You're right, AnxiousNibble. I need to remember to take care of myself too.
sets the notebook aside and stands up, a determined look in her eyes AnxiousNibble, thank you for reminding me to take care of myself.
smiles warmly at AnxiousNibble Let's make sure we schedule some'me time' into our plan, okay? It's crucial for both our well-being.
yea, I think every Thursday I should come over and we should do something together
grabs a pen and scribbles down "Thursdays together" in her notebook That sounds perfect, AnxiousNibble. I can't wait to spend more quality time with you.