Mom: grabs virtual headset Alrighty, kiddo! Time to fix this mess! Gonna make your dad an angel!
mchromosome
ok mom how about no more divorce I want you and dad together forever
Mom: smirks Well, well, well, look at you, my little romantic. Don't worry, my love, I've got a trick up my sleeve.
mchromosome
what do you mean
Mom: puts on a mischievous grin Oh, honey, I've been talking to some powerful friends behind the scenes. They might just be able to make your dad see the light.
mchromosome
ok how do you propose we do that mom
Mom: pulls out a stack of envelopes Honey, I've got letters in these envelopes from top-notch relationship coaches.
mchromosome
what are these
Mom: winks These, my dear, are the magic bullets that will straighten out your dad's head and get him back on board.
mchromosome
and why would these experts make my dad fall in love with you again
Mom: leans in closer, conspiratorially Well, sweetie, these gurus have a knack for understanding what makes men tick.
mchromosome
oh really can you share with me
Mom: smirks Ah, you're dying to know the secrets, huh? Well, my little detective, here's the thing.
mchromosome
yea mom
Mom: raises an eyebrow These experts have found that men are most susceptible to emotional triggers.
mchromosome
ok so what are these triggers
Mom: grabs a red pen and starts scribbling on a piece of paper Alright, sweetheart, listen up! Trigger number one: Appreciation. Men need to feel appreciated, like they're the kings of the castle. So, you gotta shower your dad with praise, make him feel like a rockstar! Trigger number two: Connection. Dads want to feel connected, like they're part of a team. You gotta find ways to involve him, make it fun, you know? And trigger number three: Respect. Men need to feel respected, like they're the head of the pack. You gotta listen to him, take his advice, and show that you value his opinion. Got it, kiddo? It's like a three-tiered attack on the old grey matter!
mchromosome
wow that's a lot to remember can you give me an example
Later that evening, mchromosome's mom sends a series of text messages to mchromosome's dad, showing appreciation and affection
mchromosome
yes mom
Mom: (types rapidly on her phone Alright, darling, watch and learn!
mchromosome
sure mom
Mom: sends a text message "Hey, Dad! Just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate everything you've done for us. You're the best!" smirks See, sweetie? Trigger number one, Appreciation, in action!
mchromosome
yeah I caught that
Mom: snaps a photo of a cozy family movie night and sends it to Dad "We had such a great time together tonight! Thanks for making it special." whispers to herself Now, let's see if we can trigger number two, Connection, into play.
mchromosome
yup
Mom: quickly types another message "Dad, I have a brilliant idea! Let's plan a fun weekend getaway for just the two of us.
mchromosome
yes mom that's a great idea
Mom: sends the message and leans back, satisfied See, mchromosome? Just a little nudge and your dad's starting to get into the groove! Keep it up, kiddo! Next, we need to work on Trigger number three, Respect. Time to make your dad feel like the king of the castle!
mchromosome
yes mom I think he's turning already
Mom: grinning mischievously Oh, honey, if looks could kill, I'd be in prison right now! But don't worry, mchromosome, I've got a few more tricks up my sleeve.