World Cup House Rules | 世界杯期间家庭守则

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My Dear Wife,

The FIFA World Cup is approaching. To ensure harmony during June and July, please adhere to the following rules:

  1. I have exclusive control of the TV remote for the entire month.
  2. Do not walk in front of the TV during matches. Please pause or, if necessary, crawl.
  3. You must support the same team I do.
  4. No talking during games. Wait for halftime or the final whistle.
  5. Match replays and highlights are as important as live games. I will watch them all.
  6. We may watch movies or home videos only if the actors wear soccer jerseys and the setting is Brazil.
  7. Advise your friends to avoid scheduling births or weddings during the World Cup, as we will be unavailable.
  8. Refrain from asking questions like "Is that Chelsea versus China?" (Chelsea is an English club; China did not qualify).
  9. Do not make faces at my friends when they come over to watch.
  10. Please smile at all times, except when my team is losing. Understood?
  11. Ensure the baby does not cry during matches. Breastfeeding is recommended to soothe them.
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