Falsehood Cookies

Summary

• The chapter revolves around a group of women who are affectionately named Knit-Wits, a group which was formerly dedicated to knitting but has evolved into a social refuge for these aging characters.
• The meeting, hosted by Mary Ann, reveals a set of spots on the arm of another Knit-Wit named Tova. Despite the other ladies' concern, Tova dismisses it as a result of a harmless accident at her workplace, an aquarium.
• The group, concerned about Tova's health and the fact that she is still working, offers to help her financially if she ever needs it. This notion is quickly dismissed by Tova, who asserts that she is financially secure.
• As the meeting wraps up, Tova drives home making a brief stop at her house where she checks her answering machine. The last received voice message, from a Long-Term Care Center, mentions troubles related to her brother, Lars.