If you behave badly enough to make your parents doubt the words "all children are a gift from God", don't be surprised if they decide to get you out of the picture. The word in the book loses its power when the word on the street contradicts it strongly enough and frequently enough.

That's good news. I hope that statue stands the test of time.

His gift is a step above most students' gifts.

It didn't end how I thought it would end. Nice.

I'm glad the gator is cleaning things up.