Expectation

by Anna Hope

You do not solve the problem or question of motherhood. You enter, at whatever risk, into its space.

they feel relieved, then they feel guilty that they feel relieved.

‘You must keep hold of your friendships, Lissa. The women. They’re the only thing that will save you in the end.’

Of how she had forgotten to see him as separate.

‘Can I come?’ ‘To the scan?’ ‘Yes. Can I come with you?’ Cate reaches across, takes hold of her friend’s hand.