Our backyard is too big for my dad to handle on his own. Occasionally, he realizes this and recruits assistance. The most recent assistant gardener has been Chris, which is my friend's older sister's fiancé. I was out most of the time he was here, but I gathered enough information to know what happened. Since I clearly have too much time on my hands, I sent his future mother-in-law the following review of his work. She thought it was funny, and sent it to her children. And husband. And Chris. I didn't find out about this until it got around to my mom, who got it around to me. I was slightly embarrassed, but now since it's out in the open, I might as well share it with the world.
Dearest Winnie,
The boys have not stopped talking about Chris the whole day. They are speaking of him as I write this email. They will probably follow me into my bedroom with their constant chant of "Chris says" and ruin my sleep.
This is my overall assessment of the day:
1. Chris has been hospitalized more than any other human being I know.
2. He is quite the hard worker. My dad was impressed. HOWEVER, if he does actually come back tomorrow, he'll earn like 1,000,000 Amir Points. And have his eternal loyalty, which I have to say is something very convenient to have, because it lasts forever, even when it's undeserved.
3. Having spent the whole day with my brothers, I am convinced that Chris has more patience than Mother Teresa, St. Monica, and Ghandi combined.
4. According to Sofi, he is clearly good with kids. So maybe he can do most of the parenting when he and Caroline have children. I think it's a good match.
5. My mom was like, "Omg, Chris is like my fifth son now." AFTER 3 HOURS. Way to scare the living daylights out of the poor boy...
I give him an A.
Best,
Maria Teresa
