Trying to locate a particular short story

[Candy]

Does anyone remember reading a short story about a man in a restaurant that is not very attractive. The waitress treats him with great kindness, and we learn that they are actually married?

I'm thinking it might be a Raymond Carver story I read years ago.

Thanks for any help you can give me.

Candy G.

[Tall]

There is a Raymond Carver story called, "They're Not Your Husband," that sounds like it might be the one you're thinking of.

[Candy]

OK, Thanks! I cannot think of another story by any other author.

Have you read "See Now Then" by Jamaica Kincaid? She actually has a scene in her novel that includes this restaurant event. If you have read it, let me know if you think she might have unconsciously used someone else's writing.

[Tall]

That's strange! No, I haven't read that one. I wonder sometimes how often other authors' works creep into a writer's work.

[Candy]

So do I. I had never read anything by Jamaica. I really enjoyed her latest book, "See Now Then". She tackles some difficult childhood issues with great ease. I would recommend it.

[Tall]

Thanks. I've never read any of her books, either.