Two jokes diverged in a wood

This weekend, I had the two younger kids at the pool. Andrew was using flippers and Elizabeth was inside an inflatable ring, both borrowed from the poolside closet. In the pool with us were some friends from the neighborhood and a very attractive young woman who looked to be in her late 20s with her toddler.

When it was time for us to go, I helped Elizabeth out of her floatie. Before I returned it to the closet, I paused to offer it to the pretty lady. "Would your daughter like to use this?"I asked.

She looked surprised. "Excuse me?" she said.

Time slowed down. I considered my choice. I could get down on one knee and offer her a ring, which would be hella funny, but only if she got the joke. If she didn't, I would just be a really big dork. I took the conservative route.