This afternoon-
Me- Are you mocking me?
The Giant- Is there an honest answer to that question that won’t get me in trouble?
Me- Probably not.
The Giant- OK, then how about one that might preserve my dignity?
The Ginger- Don’t be stupid. Dignity is for families a lot less weird than ours. Try for self respect. You’ll probably still fall short, but it’s a more appropriate goal. (During this entire interjection, the Ginger never breaks pose–fast forwarding through the musical guest on the SNL recording)
The Giant- um, Mom, I love you? (Awkward one handed hug where I tuck neatly into his armpit)

Sigh.