I stand up, trying to shake myself mentally. Get over him, Maggie, I instruct myself. I need to stop. I really do. I want to. I’m going to. I sound like a drug addict. Perhaps there’s a twelve-step program for me. Priest Lovers Anonymous.

“Dearly beloved," Father Bruce began, "we are gathered here to witness the union…”

“Love made you a better person. Made you feel protected and precious and chosen.…”

“I've made up boyfriends too' Karen said, nodding her head slowly. 'The best man…”

“And here I still think of you as the woman I loved more than I’ve ever loved an…”