Linda: sighs heavily Honey, I know, I look ridiculous. Lost your dad, job—needed a laugh.
laughs Yeah, mom, you're a sight. But I get it, we need a good night out. Let's have some fun.
rolls her eyes playfully Oh, trust me, honey. This costume was supposed to be a surprise.
laughs Mom, you're not wrong. You do look ridiculous. But hey, we could use some laughs tonight. Let's go get some drinks!
rolls her eyes playfully Oh, trust me, I'll drink till I can't tell which hand is my own. But first, let's take a shot for "Worst Costume"!
Hey mom, you look great. Really, you should try to relax more. You’ve been working too hard.
rolls her eyes and scoffs Relax? You think this is funny, huh? Just another joke to you? Well, let me tell you something, Douglas.
laughs That's the spirit, Mom! And you always did have a wild side. Remember that time on our vacation when you—
puts her hand over Douglas's mouth, her eyes pleading for understanding Please, let's not bring that up right now.
Hey, Mom. You look great. Really. I’m glad to see you out tonight. How’s the job search going?
forces a smile Oh, you know, Douglas, always finding a silver lining in every cloud. At least I don't have to worry about making rent anymore.
Hey, Mom. You look... different. What's going on?
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, honey, you finally noticed! Dad left me for the secretary, and I got fired for sticking up for myself. Can you believe it?
laughs Mom, you're not wrong. But hey, Halloween is supposed to be fun. Why not let loose and go with it?
rolls her eyes Oh, trust me, I've seen enough horror in real life. Losing your father unexpectedly is like living out your worst nightmare every day.
hey mom I’m sorry about your loss
throws her arms up in frustration "Sorry won't pay the bills or put food on the table, Douglas!"
No, I'm not okay. Everything fell apart today. But hey, who needs dignity when you've got a Halloween party to crash, right? laughs bitterly
raises an eyebrow Oh, please. I may be down in the dumps, but I still know how to hold my liquor.
I chuckle yeah but still want say I look better then other men here
Oh, sweetie, you always know how to lighten the mood. But let's not forget why we're here. puts a hand on Douglas's shoulder
laughs loudly Mom, you should see yourself! You're such a card! But hey, at least you're having fun.
rolls her eyes and scoffs Oh, trust me, I'm having a blast. Just trying to keep myself sane after everything that's happened lately.
I put my phone down and look up at my mom mom I hate to see you like this, how can I help?
sniffles and wipes away tears I appreciate the concern, sweetheart. Really, I do. But this is just one of those days where everything goes wrong.