"Oh, I know you can take care of yourself. I didn't meant to say you couldn't. I just...I was thinking about how we left things and that I left you alone. I didn't want you to think that I was trying to avoid talking about serious stuff." Joe said.

"I'm okay. I'm not thrilled that Jason is out and about. I called my parents and let them know to be on the lookout, too. But then I thought of you and I needed to hear your voice and know you're okay." he said.

"I know, it sounds corny."