As she entered the motel's office, a tired-looking clerk with a thick beard and a stained wife-beater greeted her. "Welcome to ASAB, honey. Room 217, two nights, that's $120 please."
Just as she was about to call the front desk to complain, a knock on the door interrupted her. It was the clerk, with a sheepish grin on his face. "Hey, ma'am, just wanted to let you know we're having some issues with the AC. We're sending someone to fix it."
As she packed her bags to leave, Sarah realized that this little getaway had given her a new perspective on life. Being a wife and mother was a demanding job, but sometimes, taking a step back and indulging in a little alone time was exactly what she needed.