Larry explains
Larry had lied to Barbara about visiting his mother and family for many years. This was to prevent her from worrying about their relationship.
Larry was actually meeting his friends when he said he would be visiting them. He confessed that he felt guilty for not being completely honest with her. He felt it was all he could manage at the time. He could not bring himself to tell the truth about his parents. At least not yet.
Barbara in shock
Barbara was surprised when Larry explained his story. He had no other family members who could help him or guide him, and they always supported his mother.
Larry, who turned 18 at the time, made the decision to never return to his family. He felt a growing sense of separation from them and wanted to start a new life.
