“I thought I heard you.” Mom said, smiling.
“I, uhm, well…” I stammered, staring at her.
She was wearing her robe, but hadn’t bothered to tie it. It hung open revealing her bra and panties, and the little angel tattoo right below her belly button. I just stood there staring at it for several seconds before mom reached out and touched my arm.
“What? You didn’t think I noticed the reference.” She said, grasping my hand and stepping back into her room.