Newspeak

“How was school today, Klara?”

“Melanie told Henry that his dad ended up in jail because even that must be more enjoyable than spending time with Henry.”

“What a mean thing to say! What possessed her to do that?”

“Henry bodyshamed her, Mommy!”

“He what-whatted her?”

“He told her she is fat!”

It took a lot of effort not to heave with laughter.

4 responses to “Newspeak”

  1. Peter Avatar
    Peter

    Brilliant riposte from Melanie, though I feel sorry for both of them – what are they? 9?

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    1. Clarissa Avatar

      Nine year olds.

      Poor Henry, the dad is incarcerated and the mom abandoned the kids. They are raised by two old, infirm but extremely wonderful grandparents.

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      1. Stringer Bell Avatar
        Stringer Bell

        That is not the demographic I would’ve expected to send their kids to a private school. Something’s not right here lol.

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        1. Clarissa Avatar

          These are Lutherans. They give generous assistance to the needy. And the grandparents are very nice.

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