"Hopefully I can lean on Liadan for the babysittin'," he answered, good-humored. He knew he could during her day care hours, but other times might be more problematic. For that he'd probably be going to someone else who had kids and he trusted. Or just sucking things up and making some social/professional sacrifices. Girl was too young to leave alone for any length of time.

"But I'll keep that in mind. See ya'round."