How I Lost the Signal

Someone asks where you want to go for dinner.

Right away, you know. Sushi. You’ve been craving sushi.

Then: Sushi is so epensive. Is it rude to suggest? Does she even like sushi? You remember one of your friends hates it… was that her? How many times has she told you?

By the time you’ve finished that thoguht loop, you’ve suggested salads. Salads are safe. …