Overheard

Me: (calling home shortly before leaving work, to see if I need to stop at the grocery store). "..."

Thing #2: (age 7) "Hello?"

Me: "Hi there. I need to talk to your mum."

momentary pause.

Thing #2: "We're sorry, but the number you have reached has been disconnected. Please check the number and try again."

Me: (helpless laughter) "Give the phone to your mother, squirt."

(giggling)