Shopping

A bargain ain't a bargain unless it's something you need.

~ Sidney Carroll

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Michelle: So, we're going out to finish our shopping for the holidays. We need for the two of you NOT to fight and NOT to call and say, "Mom, Maddie won't get out of my room," or "Elizabeth is chasing me with a pair of scissors!"

Maddie & Elizabeth: Okay.

Michelle: Because what will happen if you call and complain about something?

Elizabeth: We won't get as many presents.

Michelle: Exactly.

We received no phone calls at all.

Incidentally, I wasn't sure if I should name this post "Shopping" or "Threatening."