LAURA

No tireder than you are, Mother darling. You cooked lunch.

GORDON

Both of you clear out; I can get this done in no time.

MRS. SHEFF

(patting Laura's cheek)

Busy with the baby all afternoon, and then cooking such a delicious dinner—Dearie, won't you let Mother do this for you?

LAURA

There isn't room in this kitchen for everybody— (Enter Mrs. Johns, carrying dishes.)

MRS. JOHNS