Why Hello... Christine F! Middle Child Extraordinaire
If Michelle sounds a little nervous this week, it’s because her younger sister, Christine, is the special guest today, and she’s got some stories to tell. According to Michelle, Christine has been waiting more than 40 years to have the world find out how her childhood as a true middle child has affected her, and, once she passes a quick quiz about the podcast, she gets the mic to do just that here today. Michelle begins by testing Christine’s knowledge of the podcast, and then Christine goes on to define a true middle child, how being one has affected her, and a general discussion of Middle Child Syndrome ensues. From there, the stories start flowing as the two sisters and Suzanne recount numerous anecdotes from their childhoods, and about such topics as online shopping, tattoos, Disneyland, and Suzanne’s grandson. Behind all the gentle ribbing that is on display in today’s episode, a firm foundation of love and appreciation is revealed that is as heartwarming as it is entertaining – a glowing testament to the powerful bonds forged with family and friends.
Episode Highlights: · Michelle’s podcast quiz for Christine · Christine’s definition of a true middle child and how being one has affected her · Middle Child Syndrome · Michelle and her siblings’ first vehicles · Sibling roles and relationships · Remembering stories from their childhoods · An example of Christine’s brilliance · Kids finding out about what their parents were like as kids · Michelle and Suzanne’s tattoos · Online shopping · Michelle and Christine’s parents · Disneyland · Suzanne’s grandson story of the week · Christine’s stories
Quotes: “Who doesn’t accept a hug?” “There are some deep-seated issues here, I’m just saying.” “By the time I was 3 years old, I hated my name!” “You were a good big sister - a tough younger sister, though.” “I always felt a little bit of an outcast in this family.” “I feel like I’m the therapist in a counseling session.” “Aren’t chores always, like, a bitch?” “I know that my sister and I have very different takes on our childhoods just because of where we fell in our family.” “You never did anything wrong!” “You guys are rookies.” “Everybody else has a spot on your body.” “A guy with a teddy bear on him? What next?” “I kind of choose to eat my calories.” “I had an amazing childhood.” “You’re an ugly crier.” “We had way too much to drink – in a family park.” “Who gets kicked out of Disneyland?” “Are you even American?” “He was calling Google ‘Daddy’.” “I’d be a leaf on Michelle’s leg.” “My dad is in cowboy boots with no clothes on!” “I’m glad that you’re my sister.”
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