How do Mr.white's wife and son first react to the story about the monkey's paw?

In the story "The Monkey's Paw" by W.W. Jacobs, Mr. White's wife, Mrs. White, is skeptical and dismissive of the tale when it is first told, expressing concern over its supernatural elements. Their son, Herbert, finds the story amusing and mocks it, treating it as a mere superstition. This initial reaction sets the stage for the later events that unfold, highlighting their disbelief in the consequences of meddling with fate.