Jenny: Sorry For Not Giving You The Message

SHOPPING CONVERSATIONS

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Woman: How 'bout you call your mom on that cell phone and ask her?

Girl: I can't. It's for emergencies only.

W: Well, just call her. She won't care.

G: Yes, she will. I'm only supposed to use the phone if there is an emergency.

W: Well - this IS an emergency. I already spent my money on this other stuff - and you want these shoes. Now call her.

G: Okay.

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Mom: Oh! Look at this shirt! Taylor will love this!

Daughter: No, she won't. It's ugly, Mom.

M: No - I'm excited. I really think she'll like it.

D: Whatever. If you want to buy her ugly clothes, go ahead. It's gross.

M: You know - why do you insist on taking the joy out of this holiday?

D: What? I'm just saying it's ugly--

M: Exactly!

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Woman: Hey - how are you? Nice to see you.

FondlySam: Oh - good. How are you?
(There is nothing familiar about this woman - not even a hint of recognition)

W: Just doing some last-minute shopping, eh?

FS: Yeah - exactly -

W: Me, too - Bill is out, too, and Jake is in the car - not feeling too well.

FS: Oh - well, happy shopping.

W: Yes - and Merry Christmas - say hi to Jenny for me.

FS: OK, bye.