Feeling a little incredulous that, for homework, Julia had to read and identify the "resolution" in a story that ended with "they got married and lived happily ever after," I thought it would be an opportune moment to pose an important question:
"Do you think that there is really such a thing as getting married and living happily ever after?"
Convinced that my question would segue into a meaningful discussion on the fact that happiness in marriage is not a given, but is certainly attainable with hard work, sacrifice, and commitment on the parts of both people, I anxiously awaited the response. With all the Disney exposure around here, I was completely prepared for an answer in the affirmative. Here's what I heard instead:
J: "Um...no."
Me: "Oh. Why not?"
J: "Because. Then you have kids."
Well, okay then. Discussion aborted. Looks like she's got a lot more figured out than I give her credit for.
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