[You really want your kid to be smart. If they're this dumb, it'll be hard for them to even take care of you when you're old. I think a smart kid like Nathan is great, but he's been a little disobedient lately. In that case, Sean is probably the best. Smart and sensible, just a bit quiet!]
[Seriously, what's wrong with you people? Are you really sitting here picking them apart? They're all such cute kids, do you have to tear them down like they're worthless? Does being good at school mean you have value? Naomi Kenway herself hasn't said anything, so what are you all so worked up about?!]
[I bet Naomi Kenway is worried. She has to maintain her persona for the show, but she's probably crying in private! Anyone would be anxious with a kid like that!]
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Ian was still in kindergarten, so the first-grade curriculum was a difficult adjustment for him. Naomi Kenway held Ian's hand, her heart filled with worry.
