Me: Are you ignoring me?
Nell: What are you doing down here? It’s still early and a storm is raging outside.
Me: Davey’s posing for his Christmas photo.
Nell: Christmas is over and stop calling him Davey.
Me: It isn’t over until the New Year.
Nell: Can’t he pose later? Some of us are resting.
Me: The storm woke me and I could either lie there listening to it, or go and cuddle you dogs.
Nell: Do we get a say in the matter?
Me: Dave was delighted to see me. Darling Big Brave Beautiful Boy.
Nell: David is naturally affectionate.
Me: You get me out of bed when it suits you.
Nell: That’s different.
Me: Why?
Nell: It just is.
Me: Anyway, I wanted you to know that the house is now online.
Nell: What house?
Me: Our house. It’s on Rightmove.
Nell: I don’t want to move.
Me: Nobody does, but Kev says we need to see it as an adventure.
Nell: Yes. He’s absolutely right. I need to stop being so negative and embrace the change.
Me: You wouldn’t have reacted like that if I’d suggested it.
Nell: An adventure is exactly what it is.
Me: You listen to Kev.
Nell: I’d love a cup of Earl Grey if you’re making a pot?
Me: You’re ignoring what I just said.
Nell: And maybe a slice of lightly buttered toast and a boiled egg?
Me: Well, I’m going to ignore you and go and eat my breakfast with Davey in the kitchen.
Nell: His name is David.
Me: Now, you’re listening.
Nell: And he’s already had breakfast.
Me: Don’t look at me like that.
Nell: Like what?
Me: Like a sorrowful animal. Fine, I’ll bring you your tea and toast.
Nell: And the boiled egg?
Me: Yes. Sorry.
