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On Empty Busses

The Dad (driving behind the school bus): Do you think there’s anyone you know on the school bus in front of us?
The 8 y,o.: Dad, the sign on the back of the bus says “Empty”, so I’m guessin’ no. (Pause) Although it can’t be completely empty. Someone has to be driving it.

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