Barbara needed to love and protect this child, [i]pronto[/i]. "Oh hun...would it be okay if you came home with us tonight? We have a spare bedroom you could sleep in, and we could get this figured out in the morning." 

BJ was looking at Lydia with a soft frown, wishing he could hug her right now. He was actually grateful to hear Babara's offer. This was probably their best shot at getting a roof over their head any time soon, even if only temporary. 

"Better go with the labradoodles," He said, "I'll keep an eye on, ya, don't worry."