Real Advice. Real Life.
Straight-talk advice on marriage, parenting, work and the everyday crossroads of life. From a longtime wife, mom, and marketing VP who’s been there. Welcome.
The 13 y.o: Ok, I’m leaving now for D&D. Be back in 6 hours.
The Mom: Text me if you need anything, k?
The 13 y.o: K
The Mom: Do you have your phone?
The 13 y.o.: Yeah.
The Mom: Is it turned on?
>PAUSE<
The 13 y.o: Yeah.
The Mom: Do you have money for dinner?
The 13 y.o.: Yeah.
The Mom: Will you actually go and buy dinner?
The 13 y.o: Probably not. See ya.
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