"Good morning, Maria." Hazel snuck her head into the kitchen.

"Good morning dear. Come in." Maria flashed a smile at her.

Hazel traipsed into the kitchen with her arms folded behind her back as she headed for the counter. She pulled out a chair and sat on it. Resting on her elbows she flashed a smile at Maria who was putting finishing touches to the food.

"Well done. I will help set the dishes." Hazel jumped off the chair and walked over to the plate rack on the shelf.

"You don't have to bother yourself, Hazel." Maria said.

"I am not bothering myself. I am helping you." Hazel shrugged.

She...