There is some sort of get together this evening for some people I was at school with. They are all manically enthusiastic about "reunions". I am not
I declined the invite. Janice gets in touch:
Her: Peter H has dropped out tonight and there is a spare place for dinner if you would like to come
Me: Thanks, but I have to go to Warrington to pick up my new car. (this is a lie)
Her: Oh, how lovely! Can I come around in a week or so to see it? Boy or girl?
Me: Girl, Nicole. I had no idea you were that interested. If you are needing more information I could bring her round one day.
Her: Is that wise?
Me: I will try not to destroy this one by dragging her into a ditch
Her: WHAT?????
I looked back through the convo and realised I had substituted cat for car. Janice is a stalwart of the Cats Protection League.
