Unflustered parents

DAD: Did you mention to Jill how much Ted liked his lego? He’s made a great spaceship. MUM: Just a bit worried, ‘cause it said eight to ten year olds on the box. DAD: Yeah, but he’s pretty bright for a six year-old. MUM: Mm. DAD: Incidentally, did he come home from school today? MUM: No. No he didn’t. Should’ve been home about six hours ago. DAD: Mm. That’s odd, isn’t it? MUM: You think we should call someone? DAD: Nah. (yawning) He probably just decided to stay overnight at the school. DAD: Ted? No. Haven’t seen him for about two weeks. Heh. Yeah. Well if you see him, tell him to pop home. Okay, see you Friday. (puts down phone) Dinner with Simon on Friday. MUM: Shall I book a babysitter? DAD: No. He’s not going to turn up now. You don’t suppose he thought we were picking him up from school? MUM: Uh, maybe I’d better give missus Hill a call, and just check if he’s been standing outside for a couple of weeks. DAD: Mm. Good idea. (music)