Describing People’s Moods
Brett: Do you know what kind of Mood Mom is in?
Molly: Not really. Why?
Brett: I really need a raise in my Allowance and I’m waiting for the right time to ask. She’ll be more likely to say “yes” if she’s not feeling too Grouchy.
Molly: I wouldn’t Count on this being a good time. She looked a little Upset after getting off the phone with Aunt Teri.
Brett: Why?
Molly: Aunt Teri has been Down in the dumps since Cousin Frank decided to take a job in Cambodia. He’s On cloud nine about this new job, but Aunt Teri is Anxious about him moving so far away.
Brett: I see. Well, I’ve got to think of some way To cheer her up. It’s a Lost cause if I ask her while she’s Angry, On edge, or Depressed.
Molly: You know that Mom is always Happy to hear good news about school. Do you have anything new to report?
Brett: I hadn’t thought of that. I need to come up with something.
Molly: Be Patient. Wait for the right moment and then Strike. I speak from years of experience.
Brett: Right. Thanks.
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