Erica: A day with your parents isn't exactly baby Mardi Gras. They just plop her down in front of a boring documentary or have her watch your dad as he counts out his afternoon prunes.
Geoff: Six prunes. It's only a small part of the day. And they have some fun toys over there.
Erica: You mean like that one wooden spoon and Lou's car keys?
Geoff: Car keys to you, but with a baby's imagination, they open the door to wonder. And that strange cedar box in his closet. What's in there, Papa?
Erica: When my mom has the baby, they go to the park, the museum, the petting zoo. And then she puts together a photo album of the whole thing.
Geoff: Sure, they're clearly treasured keepsakes, but your mom also gets way more time with the baby. Like every day.
Erica: Unlike your parents, my mom plans active, fun things to do. It's cool. It's important for Muriel to learn that some days are total snooze-fests.
Geoff: I can assure you that today, our daughter will be living it up in the streets with the people.
Erica: I don't think I've ever seen your dad in sunlight, but I definitely believe your hollow words, sweetie.