““Stepping away from her husband, Marianna brushed Lauren’s then Evan’s cheek with kisses. “I’m going to put your father to bed before he gives everyone a raise.”“I’ve got a raise for you all right.”Marianna gasped “Joseph” at the same time Lauren squeaked “Dad”, much to Joseph’s amusement. With a shake of her head, her mother grabbed her father by the hand and led him away like a wayward little boy.””
