I called out as I walked in, wondering what she was doing home so early. There was no answer so I walked to the back door and peeked into the back yard, part of me hoping she had decided to use the hot tub again. She wasn’t there, so I walked down the hallway to her bedroom. I was reaching out to knock when the door opened.
“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.