A Disappearing Smile
Kate was greeted by a smiling hostess but watched the smile disappear when she saw the kids. She had been tense all day and was waiting for a remark that would be the last straw for her. She was ready to put up a fuss if she needed to.
She reminded herself they were like anybody else and had the right to be there. Kate willed herself to smile and told the hostess she had made a reservation.