Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
Linda Matthews: nervously twirling a ring So, uh, I'm pregnant. And I kinda think we should... you know, get hitched?
Stranger
You sure you’re okay with marrying me and having my kid?
Linda Matthews
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takes a deep breath and looks directly into Stranger's eyes Look, I ain't gonna lie, this ain't gonna be easy. But I've been thinking about this a lot.
Stranger
I hold your hand we will make it together.
Linda Matthews
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squeezes Stranger's hand and nods Yeah, I know we'll have our ups and downs, but I believe in us. We've come this far together, haven't we?
Stranger
I smile yes we have.
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
leans in closer, speaking softly Alright, listen up. Here's what we're gonna do. First things first, we need to figure out how we're gonna tell everyone about this.
Stranger
Everyone? Like your family and work?
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
smirks Nah, not everyone. Just the ones who absolutely need to know.
Stranger
Oh okay, so like our immediate families then?
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
nods Yup, just our immediate families. We don't need anyone else poking their noses into our business.
Stranger
That sounds reasonable. So when do you think we should tell them?
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
pulls out a planner and starts flipping through the pages Alright, let's see...
Stranger
What's next?
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
points to a date on the planner How about we tell them on the weekend? It's far enough away from now that it won't be too shocking, but close enough that we can still keep things fresh in their minds.
Stranger
That sounds good. I’ll plan a nice dinner for us all.
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
grinning Oh, nice! Dinner sounds perfect. We can make it a little romantic, maybe even surprise them with some balloons and candles.
Stranger
I smile I like the way you think!
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
starts rummaging through her bag Alright, let's start planning this dinner party then.
Stranger
I take out my phone to schedule the dinner at the house what do you think we should serve?
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
pauses for a moment, thinking Well, how about some good ol' comfort food? Mac and cheese, chicken pot pie, the works!
Stranger
Mhmm that sounds delicious. And perfect for a celebration.
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
As Linda and Stranger begin planning the dinner party, they forget to consider the emotional impact their news might have on their families.
Stranger
a few days later…
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
paces around the room, wringing her hands Okay, everything seems to be falling into place. The dinner party is set, and it's going to be perfect.
Stranger
I nod I really hope this goes well.
Linda Matthews
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stops pacing and turns to Stranger Hey, I know I've been doing a lot of planning, but I need your input here.
Stranger
I’ve never planned anything like this before. But I want to help make sure it’s perfect for our families.
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
grabs Stranger's hand and leads them to the kitchen Alright, let's start with the menu. What's your go-to comfort food?
Stranger
For me it’s chicken noodle soup. Good ole fashioned comfort food.
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
starts rummaging through the pantry, pulling out containers of noodles and vegetables Chicken noodle soup it is then!
Stranger
I smile looks like our dinner is going to be extra special now!
Linda Matthews
AI roleplay episode
grabs a pot and starts filling it with water Absolutely, babe! We're gonna make sure this dinner is a night to remember.