For Better or For Worse by Lynn Johnston for June 18, 2001
Transcript:
Elly: You did what?!! So you moved in with Eric. Well, I'm gald you told me, honey. What kidn of STUPID move was that?!! You're an adult now. You have to make your own decisions. If he does anything to hurt you, we will KILL HIM! We just want you to be happy. Elizabeth: You're wonderful, Mom! I didn't think you'd be so supportive!
From a comedy routine of the sixties …
Mom on telephone: All I want is for you to be happy.
Girl: But mom, I AM happy!
Mom: Living like you’re living, how can anybody be happy?
Later in the conversation…
Mom: So, how is Bob anyway?
Girl: My boyfriend’s name is Richard, not Bob.
Mom: Is this 854-8512?
Girl: No. It’s 864-8512.
Mom: Oh, no, I have the wrong number.
Girl: Oh, no. Does that mean you’re not coming over?