People knew Rodney as a no-nonsense guy, always leaving behind an aura of seriousness.

He gave Melon a long, hard look. Then he asked Catalina, "Who's this bold little fella?"

Before she could answer, Melon said in a gentle tone, "I'm not bold.

Mommy calls me her little gem."

That caught Catalina off guard. She laughed. Nobody ever answered back to her dad like that before.