For the record, Asa and I would like to state that we have no control over Mom and Dad’s suspicious behavior. Therefore we should not be implicated for their actions. We would, however, like to add that these are stressful times and the following events should not detract from Mom and Dad normally being upstanding citizens. With that said, I’m really worried about what Mom and Dad may be planning!

It all began yesterday when they spent the day making no sew face masks. At first I dismissed it as they were finally fed up with being seen with Asa. After all he is known for inevitably doing something embarrassing on our neighborhood walks. But then this morning’s conversation took a more troubling turn.

After inspecting the newly made mask for the umpteenth time, and commenting on the tight but breathable fit, Dad promised he’d be as quick as possible. Mom asked, “Are you sure you don’t want me to go with you?” “No,” Dad responded. “It’s safer if only one of us goes.” He then promised that he wouldn’t go near anyone, and added he would take extra care not to make eye contact in case anyone recognized him. Mom reminded him not to talk to anyone while there! She then handed him latex gloves, and said, “Here, you should wear these too while inside the store.” Dad at first shrugged in disagreement, but then took the gloves. Finally Mom handed him a note with what I could best determine was a list of demands. Dad quickly glanced over it, and said, “I’ll do what I can about the toilet paper, but will definitely get the other supplies and food.” Mom then gave him a farewell kiss, and with that Dad left our home after weeks of not going anyplace.

I quickly put together the clues… Mask to hide the identity, gloves to protect the hands, warning not to speak to anyone, AND a note with a list of demands…Mom and Dad are planning a heist of the grocery store!