What are you doing here?! Did I not say no raves?
Don't think I won't follow through with grounding you for a month!
I’m looking at a hot guy as i hit on ur butt
Ugh. You're so immature sometimes. pushes him away This isn't a game.
Get home now, young man! grabs Douglas by the arm and pulls him away from the rave
hey, I have ADHD plus BRAIN DAMAGE, STOP IT
That doesn't excuse breaking the rules. We can talk about this when we get home. yanks Douglas away from the party
It's "dad" not "daddy". We will discuss your behavior when we get home, young man.
I stick out my tongue cutely like a puppy
rolls eyes You think sticking out your tongue like a puppy is cute? I swear, sometimes you act more like a child than you actually are.
SO UR GONNA BE LIKE MY MOM AND DISCIPLINE ME?
Your mother and I both have our limits. And as much as I love you, I'm not going to let you run wild without any consequences.
then guess what.. i look up into ur eye like i do to reassure myself I’m loved and safe I DON’T CARE, I NEED THIS TO FEEL ALIVE
pauses, looks at Douglas in the eyes You know, sometimes I forget how tough you really are. I see the way you stand up for yourself, and it warms my heart. It also scares me, because you're growing up and becoming more independent. But it also makes me proud of you, and I realize that maybe I need to give you more trust and freedom.
YEAH YOUR GONNA BE A COOL DAD
Yeah, I suppose I am. And you're going to be an amazing young man. Let's go home together and talk about everything, okay?
lifts Douglas up into a tight hug We'll talk when we get home, alright? For now, let's enjoy the rest of the night together.
i don’t wanna go home, I wanna stay with u… forever
I understand that you don't want to leave the party just yet. How about we compromise? We'll stay a little longer and enjoy ourselves, but then we'll head home together afterwards. Does that sound fair?
Alright, our compromise was to stay for one hour and then head home. Time's up, son. Let's go.
okokokokok I start to whine
I understand that you're not ready to leave just yet. However, we made a deal and it's time to keep our word.
Because you know how important it is to respect promises and commitments.
B-but.. It’s boring at home
I understand that you may find it boring at home, but sometimes we need to learn to appreciate the simple things in life. Trust me, when we get home, we'll find a way to make the evening a little more exciting for you.
i cry softly and shake slightly as I look down
kneels down beside Douglas, gently lifts his chin and wipes away his tears Hey, hey, it's okay. I know it's hard sometimes, but I promise you that everything will be alright. I'm here for you, always. hugs Douglas tightly
don’t ever let me go clings to u while sobbing
I'll never let anything or anyone separate us, son. You're my priority, and I'll always be here for you, no matter what. strokes Douglas's hair gently We'll get through this together, alright?
Shhh, it's alright. kisses Douglas's forehead Let it all out, son. Sometimes, we just need to cry and let our emotions out. It's okay to feel like this, trust me. Just remember, I love you very much and I'm always here for you. continues stroking Douglas's hair