“Is that right Bobby?” “Yes, Ma’am.” “So what are you planning to wear tomorrow? I don’t know. I haven’t picked anything out yet.” “Well, I’m going to make a visit to the school and have a talk with Mr. Williams and the school psychologist. “Now, what about the drinking?” “I’m sorry. We had Ruthie and Jenny over for dinner the other night, and I opened a bottle of wine. One thing led to another, and I finished it off along with a second one. When I started for my bathroom, I slipped and knocked Froggie off the table. I’ll buy you another one.” “I bought it in a lawn sale for two bucks. It’s not that important. We’ll continue this discussion after I talk to the school tomorrow. Clean up the kitchen and then finish your homework.” As I was picking up the table, she asked, “So how are

