Quote from Loretta in The Stinsons
Barney: So really, really, you're not mad? Loretta: No, I'm just confused. I don't know why you thought you had to do this. Barney, I love you, perfect family or no perfect family. I love you no matter what. Barney: Really? Loretta: Really. Barney: I am so relieved because the truth is I am as far from married as a human being can possibly be. My history with women would shock and appall you. Loretta: Doesn't matter. I still love you. Barney: Seriously, you can't imagine the things I have done. Loretta: Barney, when you were three, I left you with a babysitter and spent three weeks with Grand Funk Railroad being passed around like a bong. Barney: Mommy! Loretta: Just do me a favor. If you ever do meet someone special, don't run away from it. Don't be me. Take a shot at it, will you? Robin: Hey, Barney. Cab's here. Barney: I'll try.