I hung up my mobile phone, walked over to the square table, and sat down. While I was there, I looked at the children and said, "is it delicious?"

"Delicious!"

The children all talked at the same time.

Dylan put a piece of steak and said, "Mom, ah..."

"Mom has already eaten, you eat!"

Dylan gives me the thumbs up signifying that he wants me to eat.

I really couldn't help myself, so I grabbed a fork and started eating the meat, and all I can say is "well, it's wonderful!"

Dylan's cheeks are flushed and his grin is broad and bright.

"Eat. After you've finished eating, mom will take...