For Better or For Worse by Lynn Johnston for July 19, 1980
Transcript:
Michael: Can I play in the sprinkler, Mom? Elly: No! Michael: But it's hot out and I'm not sick or anything! Elly: I said no! Michael: That's not fair! There's no reason why I can't play in the sprinkler! Elly: I know... But once you've said no... You've got to save face.
Then maybe think more about that initial no