Mrs. Johnson just laughed and playfully swatted him on the arm. "Hey, I'm just trying to make sure everyone has a good time!"
As I left the barbecue, Alex leaned in and whispered, "Dude, my mom can be a little...extra sometimes. But hey, she's still my mom, right?"
Mrs. Johnson overheard our conversation and playfully rolled her eyes. "Oh, I think I can handle a little admiration," she said with a wink.
Alex noticed the exchange and raised an eyebrow. "Mom, you're being a little too friendly, don't you think?" he teased.
