"I'm sorry I've been away so much," Alex said, hugging her tightly. "I know I've been neglecting you and the kids. I promise to make it up to you."
One day, Alex came home from a particularly long trip, exhausted but triumphant. He handed Nina a small gift, a piece of jewelry he had bought for her while he was away. It was a beautiful necklace, but Nina was touched more by the thought than the gift itself.
Years went by, and Alex's career took off. He worked long hours, traveled frequently, and earned a good income. But with his success came a price: he was often absent from family life. Nina was left to manage the household, care for their children, and make all the important decisions on her own.
Nina looked at him, her eyes shining with tears. "I'm glad you're realizing that," she said. "I've been feeling like I've been losing you for years."