“Be sure you get gas.”
We will.
“Did you do the laundry and get the boys to help?”
Yes, I did and we did.
“Did you get the papers run off to verify income for me?”
Yes, we did and they are on the table, ready.
“Did you pay attention to what was said to the manager?”
Yes, we all listened.
“Did you get the kids their coloring book and pencils and crayons?”
Almost forgot but did remember.
“Did you set up ice water for this heat and running errands?”
No, but we will.
“Geez! do I have to tell you EVERYTHING?”
No words, just running to get ice water and make sure errand stuff is handy.
“Make a circle, and don’t waste time or gas.”
We will.
“Be sure you take notes at the doctor’s office.”
We always do.
“Let the dog out and relay your info.”
Done.
“What do you kids want for dinner and remember you have to eat it all.”
Silence at the thought of eating it all.
“Fine. SOMEBODY CHOOSE. NOW.”
Whew! Supper is over.
“You did a good job coloring. Tomorrow draw your own pictures to color.”
Sighs. Then…
“Sue do we ever make you happy?” from our little girl.
A half-smile appears from the Enforcer.
“Why would I stay here to order you around if you didn’t?”
Our little girl smiles in return.
“I like it when you smile. Even if only a little,” our little girl says.
Another sly smile from Sue, then,
“Yeah, well don’t get used to it. We got work to do. Come on kid.”
We all smile–and get back to work.
That’s why we like our Enforcer.
She really does care about us.
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