Today in the car on the way to a piano recital
Robyn (turning around to face the kids in the back): Children, I just want to tell you that I love you. You each have special gifts and talents and we're so proud of you. I feel blessed to be your mother.
Aimee: Mom, are you all right? You're scaring me.
Nate: Are you going to die soon?
Maddie: What's going on?
Robyn: Nothing. I just wanted you to know that I love you.
Aimee: Well, stop it. It's freaking me out.
Robyn (continuing): That being said, I just wanted to add...
Maddie (interrupting): Oh, here it comes.
Robyn: I just wanted to add that since we've spent A LOT on you this Christmas, I don't expect you to tell me "no" when I ask you to do something for me. Do you understand?
Most of the kids nod.
Maddie: Um. What is the duration of that request?
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