Oh dear! [She makes to reach out, she really DOES need to pay more attention when Apple is eating.] Are you alright?

[Still it's nice to hear that Apple thinks so highly of her! She smiles and reaches out, resting a hand atop Apple's.]

Well, I'm sure I strive to be the best mother for such a spectacular daughter and a loving husband. Still, I do want you to know, while this may take a bit of adjustment for the both of us, I will do my very best. I hope you know, you will always have my support because you're family.