Wow, what a heart-pounding story! You handled the situation with such instinctive care for Luke’s safety, which is exactly what any protective parent would do. When we’re in an unfamiliar environment and discover something so unexpected, our minds can jump to scary conclusions, especially when our child is involved.
Jake’s understanding response shows just how much he values you both. His willingness to forgive and move past what could have been a huge misunderstanding is a true testament to his character. This experience, though intense, ended up deepening your bond and revealing just how supportive he could be in a time of high emotion. Luke’s reaction was so genuine and heartfelt, too—it shows how much he values his new connection with Jake but still sees you as his protector.
In your shoes, I’d likely react similarly. Fear sometimes overtakes reason, especially when our loved ones are involved, and the unknown can magnify our concerns. But ultimately, I’m glad it turned out to be a harmless, teachable moment that strengthened your relationship with Jake and brought you closer as a family. You’ll all have quite the unforgettable story to tell!
A good laugh: Wife left instructions for the repairman but he decided not to listen
Many people who work as a handyman find that it is an interesting job. They never know what they are going to run into from one day to the next and sometimes, they may even be in for a surprise or two.
If there is one thing that any repairman will tell you, it’s the fact that they need to listen to what is told to them as far as instructions are concerned.
If you don’t listen to the instructions, you might find yourself in some trouble and the repairman in this story found himself in a very bad situation.
Many people who work as a handyman find that it is an interesting job. They never know what they are going to run into from one day to the next and sometimes, they may even be in for a surprise or two.
If there is one thing that any repairman will tell you, it’s the fact that they need to listen to what is told to them as far as instructions are concerned.
If you don’t listen to the instructions, you might find yourself in some trouble and the repairman in this story found himself in a very bad situation. Share
Laura’s dishwasher quit working so she called a repairman. Since she had to go to work the next day, she told the repairman, “I’ll leave the key under the mat. Fix the dishwasher, leave the bill on the counter, and I’ll mail you a check.
“Oh, by the way, don’t worry about my bulldog, Bob. He won’t bother you. But, whatever you do, do NOT, under ANY circumstances, talk to my parrot! I repeat, do not talk to my parrot!”
When the repairman arrived at Laura’s apartment the following day, he discovered the biggest, meanest looking bulldog he has ever seen. But, just as she had said, the dog just lay there on the carpet watching the repairman go about his work.
The parrot, however, drove him nuts the whole time with his incessant yelling, cursing, and name-calling.
Finally, the repairman couldn’t contain himself any longer and yelled, “Shut up you stupid, ugly bird!”
To which the parrot replied, “Get him, Bob!”
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