Our first attempt at ‘Let’s Pretend’ went so well, that I’m encouraged to give it another go. So let’s do it. Your significant other is hell-bent on taking an ocean voyage, something that doesn’t float your boat – if I may use that expression. You’d rather remain where you are, enjoying the comfort and security of terra firma. But of course S.O. is going to prevail; you know it; S.O. knows it; anyone who’s paying attention knows it. You grudgingly agree to the premise – as long as certain conditions are met, so you won’t be too put upon. You sign up for a cruise that meets both of your needs, and to save some money, you sign an agreement to let another family stay in your apartment while you’re gone. So far, so good.

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