Mom and I

This happened essentially word for word at dinner tonight. The situation is that differences can be difficult.

Mother: Let’s hold hands and say the blessing. Our father, we want to thank you for this meal that is in front of us, and for this beautiful day, and the sunshine, and our warm beds to sleep in tonight. Help us remember that every day is a blessing, and that we should live joyously and happily the way you intended us to. Help us to remember to steer clear of being offensive, and to not easily take offense, but be patient and caring as your son, Jesus Christ, taught us to be. Bless this food to our bodies, and our bodies to your good will and service. Amen.

Daughter: Mm.

Mother: William’s a good little cook, huh? We should get him over here more often!

Daughter: He likes using the grill.

Mother: Diana Raggett’s getting married next weekend.

Daughter: What? To who?

Mother: Andrew? They met at your school.

Daughter: Oh my god.

Mother: They’re a good match. Diana is sweet. I was thinking the three of us should send her something.

Daughter: I don’t really know them.

Mother: By His Grace is sending 50 dollars.

Daughter: Well, just say, “By His Grace and Family.”

Mother: 50 dollars isn’t really very much.

Daughter: Tell them it’s from all God’s children.

Mother: 50 dollars isn’t very much for all God’s children.

Daughter: Really, though, we are sending God’s love, which is infinite and extraordinary.

Mother: That’s right.