During dinner at our house that weekend, Marie made an announcement. “You all have probably noticed that Larry’s been hanging around a lot lately. I’m not particularly interested in marriage at this time, and neither is he. We’re enjoying each other’s company, and it’s good. I just figured I’d get that out in the open so they’re no preconceptions.”
Marius choked on his ginger ale. “Wait, what? Larry? Momma! He’s too young to…” I kicked his shin under the table to get his attention. When he jerked his head to look at me, I mimed for him to shut up.
“Age doesn’t matter to me, son, and it shouldn’t to you, either,” Marie continued. “I don’t have to explain myself to you, but I thought I’d do you the courtesy of letting you know what was going on. We’re both adults and don’t need your approv
