Saturday June 10th was the date for the housewarming party. I was all shades of nervous and excited. I wanted the day to be eventful and perfect. I hired a cleaning to clean the house making it immaculate. The catering company set up in the backyard, it was an expensive venture I was willing to take. I had friends who offered to make food, but I had to decline because I didn’t want anyone to disappoint by calling out last minute. It was something I had experienced in the past, and I didn’t want to embarrass myself in front of my family or Tunde’s family with last minute disappointments. There were a lot of hors d’oeuvres and food. Tunde hired a bartender to mix cocktails and mocktails.
Tunde came home as the preparations were almost done. Estelle had brought out plates and put them out on the table.
“It looks so good in here, and outside, you went all out to pull this off,” Tunde said and planted a kiss on my lips.
“It’s all for you, my love,” I replied smiling.
Guests began to arrive, the house buzzed with conversation and laughter. I introduced Tunde to everyone and showed off our…
