When her family arrived on the scene, the restaurant got a new infusion of energy. Their excitement to see Emily and take in the beautiful views was palpable. It was not only Emily’s parents but her younger brother Nick who had made the trip.

“Hi pooky,” her mom exclaimed, embarrassing her from the get-go with the childish nickname. Then she went over to Byron. “I’m Chiara, Emily’s mom, as you probably know.”

“Uh... mom, this is my boyfriend ...