[Stage direction: John is arguing with his wife.]

“You didn’t have to snap at her like that. She’s only 6.”

“What do you mean? It’s a merry-go-round!”

“I would have gone on the ride with her and she would have been just fine.”

“Is there something you’re not telling me?

(Concerned.)

“Oh babe. Why didn’t you tell me?”

(Reassuringly.)

“Come on. Let’s go home.”