"You're insightful," John observed, looking to watch the couple disappear into the building they'd been arguing out front of, "But many women fought for sufferage to allow the rest freedom from outdated gender roles and standards. There's no shame in being a single mother. The woman is actually a patient of mine. I was surprised to see her in this part of town. I ordered bed rest but clearly she has other things in mind."
He adjusted his hand on the chair a moment.
"I don't want to intrude but if you're not expecting anyone I'd enjoy the company."