Chapter Four
Elaine was beautifully dressed in an off-the-shoulder black gown and Red looked rather dashing in a dark suit when they knocked at Myrtle’s door to drop off Jack. Jack ran in and hugged Myrtle around the leg.
Elaine said apologetically, “He’s been sort of fussy this afternoon and didn’t want to take a nap. If you have any problems, just call the restaurant.”
“Problems? With Jack?” Myrtle made a scoffing sound. “He and I always have fun, don’t we Jack? We’re going to play a little and then we’ll watch a little television. I’m going to show him how to make a snowflake out of folded paper and scissors.”
Red looked extremely dubious about this. “Scissors and toddlers aren’t the best combination, Mama. He’s likely to cut his hair. Or yours.”
Myrtle put her hands on her hips. “
