My two sister and I were all away at various colleges at the same time.
One day, after facing one crisis too many and tired of being treated like just another undergraduate, I phoned home for some consolation and understanding of my unique problems.
When my dad answered, I immediately launched into my litany(连祷,冗长故事) of frustrations with college life.
As I paused to catch my breath, he said, "O.K., honey...now, fist of all, who is this?"