In the story, a couple is having a tense dinner at a restaurant while their child plays at the playground. The wife is frustrated with the waiter, who has mixed up their drink orders because he didn't write them down. This frustration leads to a broader argument between the couple. The wife expresses irritation at her husband for not being supportive and for dismissing their upcoming therapy session, which he views as a waste of time. The husband is annoyed by what he perceives as unnecessary demands and interruptions to his personal time.

The argument escalates as they discuss household responsibilities and priorities, including the husband's reluctance to help with chores and the wife's feelings of being unsupported. The story highlights the couple's ongoing conflict and their struggle to balance personal grievances with their responsibilities and commitments.