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Agree Quote by Kelley Armstrong

“Rafe grinned. "So we are dating?" "No. You have to pass the parental exam first. It'll take you awhile to compile the data. They'd like it in triplicate." I turned to my parents. "We have Kenji. We have my cell phone. Since we aren't officially dating, I'm sure you'll agree that's all the…” quote by Kelley Armstrong
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“Rafe grinned. "So we are dating?" "No. You have to pass the parental exam first. It'll take you awhile to compile the data. They'd like it in triplicate." I turned to my parents. "We have Kenji. We have my cell phone. Since we aren't officially dating, I'm sure you'll agree that's all the protection we need." Dad chocked on his coffee.”

Kelley Armstrong

About This Quote

A humorous take on parental approval, implying love requires meeting arbitrary tests before being accepted.

In simple terms: Love needs parental approval.

Key Takeaway

Seek understanding, not just permission.

Themes

family dynamics courtship humor

Mood

lighthearted critical

Type

anecdotal conversational

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • family gatherings
  • cultural traditions

Key Concepts

social expectations communication boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • What expectations do you think are unnecessary?
  • How can you communicate your needs to parents?
A Different Perspective

May trivialize genuine connection.

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