This Conversation Just Happened

Me:  Should I just triple the recommended water and milk for these three packages of pasta?  I’m afraid it’ll come out soupy.

Jill: It’s fine, but if you’re concerned, just do like two-and-a-half times.  We can always add more milk later.

Jill’s Son (nodding sagely):Yep.  It’s called a “chemical reaction”, scientifically speaking.

Me: What?

Jill’s Son: I mean, a chemical process…if two things make something physical, they can be broken down into their respective parts.

Me: What the HELL are you talking about?  I’m just trying to figure out how much milk and water to use on this pasta!

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The perils of a 14-year old who occasionally pays attention in class.