Recruits the Karen

“Lauren Samson Adkins!” Maria yelled as she stormed on the stage. “How dare you use that kind of language! I have taught you better than that! And here you insult this woman on live television!”

Lauren’s eyes widened when Maria included her real last name at the end of it. “Maria, please,” Lauren begged. “I’m sorry.”

“That’s mommy to you!” Maria yelled. “You might be adopted, but we’ve been over this before! You are to call me mommy and you’re not allowed to use that type of language. Now apologize to this lady immediately!”

“I...” Lauren turned to the Karen standing there with her arms crossed. “I’m sorry.”

Maria turned to the woman. “I’m so sorry. I’m Maria Samson. I just recently adopted this child and I don’t know where she learned how to behave like this, but I would appreciate it if you would help discipline her as compensation for her insults,” she said. “I also assure you she will be punished when we get home as well.”

“It’s okay. I’m Karen Wade,” she said. “I understand how kids can be sometimes. I do have an idea of what will probably help her learn her lesson.”

“By all means, do whatever you see fit,” Maria said. “I’m sure Lauren will appreciate it some day.”