But not honestly, of course. Goodness me, the social faux pas were I to respond honestly! No, it’s very important, for reasons that I still don’t truly understand (I’m thirty-nine), to respond with a vaguely positive remark despite the fact I just had a truly awful weekend; likewise, it’s vital not to be too positive, as I would then risk appearing a show-off. This morning, so early, so uncaffeinated, I must figure out an appropriate reply and handle any subsequent enquiries.
