Johnny and Mama Bravo flew to Milwaukee Thursday afternoon. Mama wanted to leaver early because she wanted to catch up with the Cunninghams so they could spend some time until they come back home. Marion did tell Mama over the telephone she would pick them up at the airport, and she was comfortable about it. Johnny didn't care either way.

Once they arrived at the airport, Mama went to find Marion at home. She said she would be on her way. Johnny stretched once when Mama returned.

"Mrs. Cunningham is on her way, Johnny. She's a very nice woman."

"When do we get to meet Joanie, Mama?"

"I can't answer that, Johnny. You can ask when Mrs. Cunningham arrives."

"Okay. The plane ride here was boring," Johnny told her.

"That's nothing we can do about it, Johnny."

"I know, Mama. You know what I mean by that."

Mama nodded. He hoped this Joanie woman he's heard about is pretty. When he has the chance to meet her, he will see for himself that she is beautiful. Again he could be wrong.

Mama and Johnny agreed that it was a good idea that they wait outside for Marion so that way she wouldn't need to walk into the crowded airport. She did tell Marion that they would wait inside, but they wanted to get fresh air, so this is what they went outside. Marion came while almost an hour. Mama didn't mind, and neither did he.

"What kind of car does your friend have, Mama?"

"I don't know, Johnny. We haven't seen each other in a long time. I thought this would be a good idea you see a different state."

Johnny told himself that Mama had a very good point, but he really didn't say much at all for a while. Marion finally showed up.

"Marion, over here!"

Mama waved so that way Marion would be able to fine them. Before Marion came closer, Johnny said, "Mind if I use the bathroom for a few minutes, Mama? I'll be back."

"Of course you can, Johnny. I won't be going anywhere."

"Bye."

Then Johnny left so his mother could have a conversation with her friend until then. They greeted each other with a hug and smile.

"It's wonderful to see you again, Bunny! It's been so long," Marion said when they finished their hug.

When they finished, Marion asked, "Was that Johnny I just saw?"

"Yes," Mama answered.

"He looks like a friendly young man for his age."

"Of course he is. Just warning you that Johnny has trouble socializing with women when they don't want to. At least your daughter would have a conversation with him."

"I'm sure they will, Bunny. To let you know, Joanie will be joining us for supper tonight. Chachi won't be able to since he will be spending his time with another friend."

"Tell me who Chachi is again."

"A friend of Joanie's. He's actually her boyfriend."

"I understand. Since I have seen all of those pictures, Joanie is a beautiful woman for her age."

"Of course she is, Bunny. I know for sure that she and Johnny will get along just fine."

"I agree with you, Marion."

Johnny was about a year or two younger than Joanie, but he never cared about age. Even today he still doesn't, which is fine with Mama. Ten minutes or so later, Johnny rejoined the women that he'd left behind.

"I'm ready to get out of here, Mama."

"Not so fast, Johnny. I'd like you to meet Marion Cunningham, who is a friend of mine from high school."

"It's nice to finally meet you, Johnny. I hope your birthday this year would be something you will remember in the future."

"It's nice meeting you also, Mrs. Cunningham. I hope to have a lot of fun while I'm out here."

"Are you ready, Johnny?"

"You bet I am, Mama. Let's scram out of here."

Neither Marion and Bunny said a word when he said that. Once Marion helped them put the suitcases in the trunk, she got in the driver's seat as Mama and Johnny buckled their seatbelts on.

"Is Howard home now or is he still at work?"

"He's still at work, but will be able to join us like Joanie. She is coming over before five – fifteen."

"That's fine with us."

"So that means we finally get to see Joanie then?"

"That's right, Johnny. Even Joanie is curious about you."

"I'm sure she is."

He didn't want to use the word chick since Marion had heard that word often, which is true.

Neither of them said much the rest of the ride to the house. All Mama and Johnny did was let her concentrate on driving them safely, which she did.

"I thought Joanie lived with you, Mrs. Cunningham."

"Not anymore. She has her own place and is very happy with it," Marion answered.

"I am happy with Mama."

"Of course you are, Johnny. That means both of you are very close to one another."

What Marion just said was very true.

"I've told Mama several times that I'm hoping to spend some time with Joanie. Isn't that right, Mama?"

"Yes, Johnny. And you both will do just that."

"Johnny, just reminding you Joanie is in a relationship," Marion told him.

"I'll try to keep that in mind, Mrs. Cunningham."

Johnny usually tries his best not to rush a relationship like this. If he does, it really wouldn't make Chachi and Joanie very happy at all.

Marion helped bring in their luggage. Johnny carried his own suitcase inside.

"Let me show you the bedrooms you both will be sleeping in. I already put fresh sheets and pillow cases and fresh towels in the bathroom. I'll also show you that."

They followed Marion up the stairs to their rooms.

"Johnny, you will be sleeping here in Richie's room. Make yourself at home."

"I'm coming with you. I need to know where Mama's room and the bathroom are."

Neither woman said anything. They made it to Joanie's room.

"Bunny, this is Joanie's room. You will have her room while you are staying."

Johnny watched as his mother put her suitcase by the door like he did.

"These are very nice rooms, Marion. They look comfortable to me."

"Glad you like them, Bunny. Now we're heading over to the bathroom."

Both Johnny and Mama stayed right behind Marion as she continued her tour. Marion had the whole house looking its best as she always did. Both Johnny and his mother peeked in for a look on what the bathroom looked like. Even the bathroom looked good from what they saw.

"You and Howard sure have a welcoming house, Marion," Mama told her friend.

"Thank you, Bunny. It's been a while since we have updated."

"I can tell. Maybe you both should start thinking about it."

"I'm not sure if we're going to think about it anytime soon, Bunny. Since it's almost five – thirty, do you want me to start supper or wait until Howard comes?"

"We'll wait a little bit longer, Marion," she answered.

"That's fine with me, too. What do you have planned?" Johnny asked.

"I'm thinking of spaghetti and meatballs, along with fruits and vegetables."

When she said that, they all saw Howard and Joanie walked inside.

"Hello, Marion," he said as they both kissed.

"Hi, Mom. Are these the guests you told us about?"

"Yes, Joanie. This is Mrs. Bravo and her son, Johnny."

From what he saw for himself, it turned out that he was right about Joanie.

"Hello, Bunny. I'm sure Marion has already given you and Johnny a tour."

"We just finished. Like I told Marion, this looks like a welcoming house."

"Why, thank you, Bunny. I am happy to know that you already have made yourselves at home."

"We already are, aren't we, Johnny?"

He nodded and answered, "Yes."

Johnny had to agree with her mother that the house is welcoming.

"You should be Johnny Bravo. I have heard a lot about you from Mom."

"Am I right that you're Joanie Cunningham?"

"Exactly. Good evening, Johnny."

"Thank you."

Even Howard and gave Johnny his introduction as well. It didn't take Marion very long to make the spaghetti. She had Joanie's help, so that was why.

Everyone had a friendly conversation during the meal.

"Mom, did Fonzie say he was planning to meet Johnny?"

"I don't think he said anything about it, Joanie."

"Just wondering, that's all."

At least tonight's conversation was a good choice for Mama to get to know her, and the same with Howard and Marion.

"We decided not to do dessert tonight, Bunny. Hope that's okay with you."

"Of course it's fine, Marion."

They all talked for a while longer. And then that's when Joanie stood up.

"I have to go, Mom and Dad. I'll be back again soon. It was nice meeting you, Mrs. Bravo and Johnny."

"It was nice meeting you also, Joanie. Drive safely."

"Thanks, Mrs. Bravo."

"What time do you have, sweetheart?"

Joanie looked at her watch,

"Almost eight," she answered and then left.

"She's a very pretty young woman," Mama told them.

"Yes, she is, Bunny," Howard told her.

Not once did any of them bring up Johnny's father. They just wanted to have a first meeting.

"I'm thinking I am ready to go to bed. How about you, Johnny?"

"Yes."

"I'm sure you're pretty tired from that flight."

"Of course we are," Mama told him.

So they all said good – night and then Johnny and his mother did what they needed to do and then got under the covers.