The article discusses a parenting dilemma where an 8-year-old girl, Samantha, expresses frustration towards her mother, Zoe, for repeatedly canceling promised outings due to phone conversations. The father reflects on his own experiences with Zoe's phone habits, indicating a disruption to family plans. He seeks advice on addressing this issue, suggesting that Zoe needs to manage her time better and prioritize family commitments over long phone calls. The column reflects nostalgic notions of traditional family communication while highlighting contemporary challenges.
It's not fair that 'Mom always says we'll go, but it takes forever or we don't go at all because she won't get off the phone.'
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