Chapter 10: A Morning Surprise“My God, not again,” Howard mumbled into his pillow.
He never set an alarm on the weekend, but here it was again, that damned dinging, twice in two days. He started to climb out of bed now that he was sure the dinging was coming from the doorbell again and not from the alarm clock, but arms reached over to him and pulled him near. He smiled as Jason kissed him on the top of his head.
“Well, I know it’s not you this time,” Howard said, his voice groggy.
“It’s probably the kids,” Jason said, a cheer to his voice.
“What?” Howard shouted.
“The kids. Remember, I told you they were coming.”
The dinging began again.
“Crap!” Howard said, jumping out of bed.
“Wait, put on a robe,” Jason shouted. “And maybe some pajamas pants.”
“Oh my God,” Howard mumbled, real
