True to form, Mrs. Wright naturally attributed it all to the Forces' good work, but thinking about the hardships Flossie had to endure in the Forces made her wish for her capricious and willful daughter of the past. Even though she was always a handful, at least she lived comfortably.
Tonight, Mrs. Wright prepared loads of dishes. Flossie, perhaps understanding her mother's feelings, didn't find it wasteful. She simply took charge of cutting her own vegetables and keeping the kitchen clean. The amount of dishes to be cooked was entirely up to Mrs. Wright, who did all the work herself.
Having prepared all the meals, Mrs. Wright watched as Flossie busied herself alone in the kitchen. She felt proud but also somewhat embarrassed, so she went over to help. However, within a few minutes, she had broken three bowls and was promptly escorted out by Flossie. She stood at the door, concerned that her image had been tarnished.
