The Excuse Game

[directory]

My doctor said I'm not allowed to exercise. I had to pay him double to say that.

Want to put on blindfolds and untangle Christmas lights?

 

[lucypevensie]

That sounds super fun, but I've had enough fun for today, and don't want to overdo it.

Would you like a cookie?

 

[MissRowy]

Sorry I am trying to diet so a cookie won't cut it

Can you get me something to drink?

 

[directory]

I sincerely apologize, but nothing in my house is liquid.

Will you marry me?

 

[lucypevensie]

I'd like to, but I'm a nun.

Would you mind letting the dog out?

 

[MissRowy]

Surely the dog knows where the door is?!
Can you make me a sandwich?

 

[Daughter of His]

Fresh out of bread, want to wait until I bake some? It will only take three hours or so.

Looking for a free housekeeper any takers?

 

[WannaWitness]

I'm not sure I'm right for the job. I might accidentally break your valuable knickknacks. I don't think you're gonna want that.

Buy me a pizza!

 

[lucypevensie]

I think you should have a green salad instead, which I won't make for you, so don't bother asking.

My arms are tired. Would you mind cleaning my car windows?

 

[MissRowy]

Go to a car wash

would you mind getting the bathrobes into the washing machine for me?

 

[lucypevensie]

Nah. Bathrobes aren't like some necessary clothing item that you need to survive. I'd suggest getting rid of yours and then you won't have to deal with the hassle of washing them.

Want to do an abdominal workout with me?

 

[Daughter of His]

Absolutely not! I like my core intact, I know you would push too much it would hurt.

Would you make me a foot bath with lavendar?

 

[MissRowy]

No because then I would want one too

Can you put my muddy clothes in the wash for me? And clean up the laundry floor?

 

[lucypevensie]

Pretty sure I'm allergic to lavender. And water. Can't.

Let's play scrabble.

 

[Daughter of His]

Scrabble? Nah I always lose.

How about taking the dogs for a run in the woods?

 

[lucypevensie]

There are wild animals in the woods that might attack us.

Could you drive me to the airport?

 

[MissRowy]

Sorry that would require me to fill up with petrol and I don't have the money

Can you buy some more toilet paper?

 

[lucypevensie]

Toilet paper is expensive, and I don't have any coupons, and I refuse to buy tp without a coupon.

Would you mind helping my daughter clean her room, just for a little while?

 

[Daughter of His]

I can't afraid she might hit me with one of her Barbie dolls.

How about you teach her to cook?

 

[lucypevensie]

But she's only 17 years old.

Can you give my car a jump start?