3 p.m.

Yesterday the principal called from the high school to tell me they were kicking Emil out for a day for saying "fuck" in the hallway four times. I guess they've been having this struggle with him over inappropriate language and now they have to impose the most dire consequence Emil can imagine—missing school.

To make sure I seem appropriately disapproving, I am making him work. This morning he did dishes; this afternoon he's making oatmeal squares.

Two calls from the school on the same day; one in regard to Everett having three assignments that are late. Must be something in the stars.

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Now playing: Björk, Homogenic

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