Try This

{ARMANDO}

Since I came back I have managed to avoid everyone, and my mother was no exception. It worked well but now just listening to her tell me the plans she has makes me realize it was a mistake for ignoring her.

I can see that my mother is happy. Hell, anyone in this parlor can see that. Her face is shining, as she tells me everything with great enthusiasm. 

Even though I said I don't like this ice parlor, I don't want to ask my mother if we can go to another place. I don't want to break this off. I just want to stay here all afternoon till evening just listening to my mother. 

"They came and I was in the kitchen."

"They did not, mom." 

My mother chuckles and continues, "yeah, no one has told me. Well, it was one of those days when I go to the hotel and head directly to the kitchen. No one knew I was there."