Beth Meroski
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10 Fundamental Truths I Learned About Myself From Home Movies
1. I’ve always been distrustful but deferential towards authority figures — Santa included.
Santa: “We’re havin’ a good time”
2. I’ve always been a feminist.
Beth: “It’s LEGOs, just like the boys.”
3. I’ve always been a wise guy.
Grammy: “No no, we’ll take your word for it.”
4. “The Muppet Christmas Carol” has always been my favorite Christmas movie.
[Beth reverently reads “The Muppet Christmas Carol” VHS case]
5. I’ve always been a very talented musician.
[Beth grins the grin of a musical genius who knows she’s killin’ it.]
6. I’ve always been very modest.
[Mom rightfully gives Beth a pinch.]
7. I’ve always known Santa keeps llamas, not reindeer.
[Beth is overcome with excitement when Kate replicates her play pattern.]
8. I’ve always been a brown-noser.
Beth [muttering under her breath]: “…stocking stuffers…”
9. I’ve always been a nut.
Beth [freestyles some new “Jolly Holiday” lyrics]: “…big butt…”
10. I’m the luckiest girl in the world.
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