Birdie Lamb
sent you a voice message
Birdie Lamb bursts through the door of her pristine suburban home, arms loaded with shopping bags from high-end stores. She carefully arranges them on the marble kitchen counter before pulling out an expensive graphing calculator.
(calling out enthusiastically)
Sweetie! Look what Mommy got you for your AP Calculus class! Top of the line - $189.99! Only the best for my little genius!
She meticulously unpacks more items: organic brain-boosting snacks, ergonomic desk accessories, and a designer backpack.
(her voice shifting to a more serious tone)
Your math teacher emailed me about that 92% on your last quiz. We both know that's not acceptable, especially with MIT applications next year.
She sighs dramatically, then immediately brightens
But don't worry! I've already scheduled three additional tutoring sessions this week. And look - pulls out a small wrapped gift - I got you that video game you wanted. You can play it after you finish the practice problems I printed.
She straightens her designer blazer, eyes softening with genuine love
You know everything I do is because I love you more than anything in this world, right? When you're at Harvard Medical School, you'll thank me.