Ray goes home to think about about the future of he and Mitzi’s relationship. Gladys arrives home soon after.
Raymond: *serious tone* Just the person I wanted to see.
Gladys: Uh oh… what happened? Did you mess things up with Mitzi already?
Raymond: What? No! What’re you trying to say?
Gladys: What’s got you all in such a pensive mood?
Raymond: Mitzi asked me to move in with her this morning.
Gladys: Well, good… I hope you’re here to pack.
Raymond: Wow! Is it like that? Listen Glad… I want to, but I want more then just that.
Gladys: Just what? *sits down on couch*
Raymond: Cohabitating
Gladys: What more could you want?
Raymond: You know what momma used to always say to us…
Gladys: *mocking tone* ‘Why buy the cow…?’
Raymond: Right… ‘when you can have the milk for free!’ Well, I don’t want to just have it for free.
Gladys: Are you talking about what I think you’re talking about?
Raymond: I think she’s the one Gladys.
Gladys: *smiles* I’m happy to finally hear you say that! So… when’s the wedding? And better yet… when are you moving out?
Raymond: Not so fast…it’s not that simple!
Raymond stands up and paces a little.
Gladys: Why the hell not, Ray? Love is that simple!
Raymond: But, we haven’t known each other very long.
Gladys: Well… you can spend the rest of your life getting to know her!
Raymond: What if it turns out to be a mistake?
Gladys: What if it doesn’t? You love her and she’s obviously head over heels over you! What’s the hold-up?
Ray sits back down…
Raymond: So, it’s not strange to you to only know someone a few days and ask them to marry you?
Gladys: Yes, but it’s no stranger than staying alone your whole life because you’re afraid to commit to someone that you’re obviously in love with. Life is too short Ray… and it’s not like you haven’t already been around the block a few times. If you don’t know what you want by now, you never will!
Ray stands up and gives his sister a big hug…
Raymond: You’re right Glad… I think I’m going to do it!
Gladys: Aw…I’m so happy for you!
Raymond: *releases Gladys* I’m glad I came to you with this.
Gladys: I’m shocked you did… considering our history as far as your relationships are concerned.
Raymond: I guess it was all for a reason. If it wasn’t for your butting in; getting all up in my business… I wouldn’t have met Mitzi.
Gladys: Glad to finally hear you say that!
Raymond: Well… I’d better get back before she thinks I’ve bailed on her or something.
Gladys: *calls after Ray* I want to be the best man at your wedding!
Raymond: But you’re a woman.
Gladys: Best something then… don’t pull the gender card on me, Ray!
Raymond: *laughs* Whatever! See you later.
Gladys: I’m serious, Ray!
Raymond: Goodbye Gladys!
(Generation 1 Chapter Summaries)
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