[Dad writes the address down and sticks it to the refrigerator with some delightful 1950s reminder magnet before sitting down at the table to eat his own breakfast.]
The marriage is as real as we choose to make it.
[He chuckles a little, wagging his fork at Rose.]
Besides, I don't know if you know, Rose, but your mother and I go way back. This isn't exactly an unwelcome arrangement for the two of us.
[Taking a bite of egg, he chews it over thoughtfully for a moment before continuing.]
Of course, I don't mean to barge in here and shake things up between the two of you, either. I'd like it if you could come to think of me at least as a friend if not a father figure, but I know this is all pretty sudden and I'm not about to force it.
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Date: 2011-11-25 06:09 pm (UTC)The marriage is as real as we choose to make it.
[He chuckles a little, wagging his fork at Rose.]
Besides, I don't know if you know, Rose, but your mother and I go way back. This isn't exactly an unwelcome arrangement for the two of us.
[Taking a bite of egg, he chews it over thoughtfully for a moment before continuing.]
Of course, I don't mean to barge in here and shake things up between the two of you, either. I'd like it if you could come to think of me at least as a friend if not a father figure, but I know this is all pretty sudden and I'm not about to force it.