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“There were a lot of reasons.” “Like what?” “You want specifics?” “Humor me. I just told you all my secrets.” She smiled at my insistence. “All right. Why I married you . . . Well, you were honest and hardworking and kind. You were polite and patient, and more mature than any guy I’d dated before. And when we were together, you listened in a way that made me feel like I was the only woman in the world. You made me feel complete, and spending time with you just seemed right.” She hesitated for a moment. “But it wasn’t just about my feelings. The more I got to know you, the more I was certain that you’d do whatever it took to provide for your family. That was important to me. You have to understand that back then, a lot of people our age wanted to change the world. Even though it’s a noble idea, I knew I wanted something more traditional. I wanted a family like my parents had, and I wanted to concentrate on my little corner of the world. I wanted someone who wanted to marry a wife and mother, and someone who would respect my choice.” “And have I?” “For the most part.” I laughed. “I notice you didn’t mention my dashing good looks or dazzling personality.” “You wanted the truth, right?” she teased.