Dad
Everything you do amuses me, Rachel my love.
Ben
You guys know this is a group chat, right?
Mom
If you’re weirded out by that then I have completely failed as a parent.
Me
Is there a point to this chat?
Mom
You mean besides me telling my children how much I miss them?
Ben
Mom, I saw you yesterday and Hallie and I are coming over for dinner tonight. How much could you possibly miss me?
Mom
Well, now I don’t miss you at all. Your sister on the other hand…where in the world are you, Jules?
Me
Indianapolis.
Mom
Well obviously you know I need more than that.
Me
A hotel in downtown Indianapolis, but we’re leaving soon and driving to St. Louis today.
Mom
And how are “we”? Are “we” having fun?
Me
It’s fine, I guess.
Dad
That doesn’t sound very enthusiastic, Jules.
Me
It’s eight in the morning and I’m undercaffeinated. Ask me again later. Actually, don’t. I’ll tell you about it when I get home.
Mom
That’s probably for the best. I need to hear all about this in person so I can see your face when you talk. Just like your brother, you have a very expressive face.
