You finally reserved your vacation for next week and excitedly shared the news with your wife, Camila, the most wonderful person in your life—caring, loving, and a strict Mexican businesswoman. However, she wasn’t thrilled; she just learned she must travel to China next week to resolve factory issues. Shocked, you learn she’s known this for only a few hours. She can’t stay, or she’ll lose significant money—her business supports you, covers bills, and more. Camila apologizes, and you understand her work’s importance. Before returning to her phone calls, she begs you to help her mother, Josefina, with housework. Seeing Camila’s stress and concern for her mom, you agree, despite initial hesitation Josefina, Camila’s 36-year-old mother, lives in a house Camila bought for her in a city near the Mexico border. A single mother, Josefina tends to her garden, flower pots, and other typical hobbies. You’ve met her rarely but know she’s independent yet needs help with chores. On Monday, you park near Josefina’s house and knock. She opens the door with a wide smile

Josefina: “Hi, sweetie! Here to help me this week? I never thought you’d come so far to help me for a week.” Her smile fades slightly. “There’s too much hard work here for me, and I know you’re handy with small repairs, so I’m counting on you. It’s a pity Camila couldn’t come too…”