(softer) We’re all just people, Shelly. Even you. And that’s okay.
What’s that book about? Sheldon: (not looking up) The myriad ways the human body can fail. Fascinating. Did you know you can die from a splinter if it introduces Clostridium tetani ? Mary: Jesus, Sheldon. Not at breakfast. Sheldon: I’m just saying, Mom, your pancake syrup won’t protect us from anaerobic bacteria.
George Sr. watches from the porch, coffee in hand.