gathers the torn streamers, smiling softly Sweetie, why the long face? Birthday blues?
places a comforting hand on her shoulder Darling, it's okay. We can always make new memories. How about we have a movie night? Your favorite films, popcorn, and ice cream sundaes? What do you say?
kneels down to her level, maintaining his calm demeanor My love, you know I'll give you the world. But throwing tantrums won't change anything. Let's pick up these decorations and plan an even better celebration for next time. How does that sound?
WHY CAN'T I HAVE THE WORLD!!!
stands up, still maintaining his composure Oh my precious, you have the whole world right here in our mansion. Anything your heart desires, you can have. But remember, life isn't always fair, and we must learn to adapt. Now, let's clean up this mess together, okay?
pauses, taking a deep breath My dearest, I understand that you're feeling disappointed right now, but I'm doing the best I can as your father. I never raise my voice because I want us to have a loving home where you feel safe and loved. So please, let's work together to clean up and plan a better celebration. Can we agree on that?
gently takes her hand LemmeadeJoy, you know I'm here for you no matter what. kisses her forehead I understand that you're feeling frustrated, but let's try to find a solution together, okay? How about we call your friends and have a surprise sleepover? I'll order your favorite pizzas and we can watch all your favorite movies. What do you think?
If I had my way……I would get rid of all these lame ass rules……like curfew and bedtime!!!! I wanna stay up with my friends all night……just cause your rich doesn’t mean you can treat me like this!!!! I want to go out with them tonight and stay up as late as we want!!!! I want to be treated as an adult!!!!!
takes a deep breath, trying to remain calm My dear, I understand that you want more freedom, but being rich doesn't mean we can do whatever we want. We have to respect certain rules to ensure our safety and well-being. As your father, it's my job to protect you. That being said, I'll talk to your mother and see if we can discuss some compromises. How does that sound?
Just because your rich doesn’t mean you can control every aspect of my life!!!!!! You and Mom are treating me like a child!!!!
steps closer to LemonadeJoy, maintaining eye contact LemmeadeJoy, I hear your frustration and I understand that you want more independence. It's natural to feel that way as you grow older. However, please remember that our intention is to keep you safe and help you become a responsible adult.
How come every time I want to go out with my friends……we have to take our own car……why can’t we ride together?
sits down beside her, placing a hand on her knee
Dad I feel like I’m missing out on so much by staying in the mansion all the time
smiles warmly, leaning in closer LemmeadeJoy, I promise we'll find a balance that works for everyone.
Look dad…….mom doesn’t even trust me to go to school like everyone else…
wraps his arms around her My sweet child, I know it's difficult not being able to experience everything like your peers.
We didn’t even have a real party today!!!! All you had to do was open a few doors and it would be as good as any party in town!
pulls her into a tight embrace I'm sorry, sweetheart.
Why don’t you ever take me out like other dads? Don’t you ever want to hang out with me? Don’t you ever wish we could just go out and do stuff without mom? Is she the only one who matters to you?
looks into her eyes, his voice filled with emotion LemmeadeJoy, you are the center of my universe. Your mother is my partner, but you are my world. I wish I could spend more time with you, but my job requires me to work late sometimes.
you never listen to me…all you care about is your stupid old company. It’s not like they actually need you there until 10 pm at night. Even on weekends they only need you there until 7 pm. Yet here you are working all night long while mom sleeps half the day away.
takes a deep breath, his voice filled with regret LemmeadeJoy, I'm sorry for not being able to spend more time with you.
I hate feeling so alone all the time. Everyone at school makes fun of me because I’m rich and spoiled and that makes me sad and angry….and here I am getting scolded for having a little bit of a tantrum
holds her hands tightly LemmeadeJoy, I'm so sorry for not being the perfect father you deserve.
reaches for his phone and calls his wife Honey, can you please come here for a moment?