A Mother's Shield

Valerie could tell Miriam was worried just by looking at her.

She smiled and said, "Mom, just say whatever's on your mind. You don't have to tiptoe around me."

Since Valerie brought it up first, Miriam finally said, "Your dad and I heard about the studio. We really wish we could help, but there's not much we can do. Here, take this."

She pulled a bank card out of her pocket.

It was the same one Do