Friday, October 1, 2010

A different kind of answering machine

This morning I went into eight-year-old Mary Jae's room to wake her up for school.

Me: "It's time to get up."
Me: "I let you sleep as long as possible."
Me: "Rise and shine sleepy head."
Me: "Seriously. We only have 30 minutes until we have to leave for school."

Mary Jae remained in bed. Without opening her eyes this is what she said in her best automated voice:

"I'm sorry. Mary Jae is unavailable at this time. BEEP!"

I had to laugh out loud. What choice did I have?

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