Well that’s a relief. Would have been nicer if I hadn’t had to wait weeks to see a specialist for less than five minutes to hear the news.
worry
Republican sexism watch: Sarah Palin gives us no evidence that she values girls
An edited version of this post has been guest-posted at Shakesville. There’s a rather lively discussion going on, if you’d like to check it out. ~~~ If I heard that someone’s teenage son was going away to war, I don’t… Read More ›
Bedside Manner
I shared this on my eljay the other day, and thought some Hoydenizens might appreciate it. ‘Tis a conversation I had with my son, known online as The Lad, the other day after school. I wish I could adequately communicate the tone of voice and the flourishes.
“Hi. I’m Doctor Lad.”
“Hi, Doctor.”
“I’m going to have to take an X-ray. Zzht. zzp, zzp, zht. Ohhhhh.” [serious look]