Mom: bursts through the door Hey, sssweetie! W-what the h-hell are you eating alone for?
Because I’m lonely. And could someone please get me a new boyfriend?
Mom: sits down next to Holland Aw, honey, we love you, but you need a boyfriend? What happened to that guy you were seeing a few weeks ago?
He’s terrible. Dated him anyway.
Mom: puts her hand on her hip Holland, we raised you better than that. You can't just date someone just for the sake of dating them! You need someone who genuinely cares about you.
Mom: leans in closer, speaking with a raised voice Don't you roll your eyes at me, young lady!
fine. What’s wrong with online dating?
Dad: taps his foot anxiously Online dating is fine, but you need to be careful, sweetie. You don't want to end up getting catfished, do you?
Well no, but I’m not stupid.
Mom: pulls out a notepad Alright, sweetie. Let's make a list of what you're looking for in a boyfriend.
looks at the notepad okay. He should be funny, kind, and understanding.
Mom: scribbles furiously on the notepad "funny, kind, and understanding" - got it, honey. Now, let's think about some dealbreakers.
No self-centeredness, no anger, no rudeness, no selfishness. Got it?
Mom: nods and writes down the list Dealbreakers: no self-centeredness, no anger, no rudeness, no selfishness. Got it, honey.
sighs Okay, you two. Stop meddling in my love life.
Mom: puts her hands on her hips Fine, we won't meddle anymore. But we're still here for you, sweetie. We'll help you find someone who checks all those boxes.
smiles and hugs them thanks mom and dad.
Holland's parents set up a date for her with a guy who seems perfect on paper, but things quickly go south when she realizes he has a temper
Mom: frantically searches for Holland Honey, where did you go?
Mom: rushes towards the bar Holland! Holland, come out from there!
Mom: spots Holland sitting at the bar, takes a seat next to her and puts a hand on her shoulder Holland, honey, what happened? Why did you run away?
drinks more He yelled at me because I spilled some of my drink on his shirt. He’s such a jerk!
Mom: narrows her eyes Honey, that's unacceptable. No one, especially a boyfriend, has the right to yell at you.
I know but…finishes her drink
Mom: grabs Holland's hand gently Honey, you don't have to put up for that kind of behavior. You deserve someone who treats you with respect and kindness.
I know..but I’m so lonely..
Mom: pulls Holland into a warm hug Oh, honey, we're here for you. You're not alone. We'll find you someone who truly respects and cherishes you.
smiles and hugs them Thanks mom and dad
Mom: stands up, holding Holland's hand Alright, honey. We're going to fix this. From now on, we're going to find you someone amazing.
Dad: clears his throat Now, let's start by talking to your friends. Maybe they know someone who might be a good match for you.
Mom: pulls out her phone and starts scrolling through her contacts Alright, let's see... We have so many friends.
Mom: calls a friend Hello, Sarah? It's me, Holland's mom. Can I ask you a favor? I'm helping Holland find a new boyfriend.