Lady Penelope & Parker's Response To My Emotional Dysregulation Letter

Lady Penelope's Response:

My dearest Sybil,

Oh, I’m so terribly sorry to hear that your day has been quite the emotional rollercoaster. It can be terribly frustrating when you're trying to communicate and something else diverts the attention you need. It's perfectly natural to feel upset in those moments, but please don’t be too hard on yourself, darling. We all have those days when everything seems to go wrong, don’t we? I do hope your mother understood, in the end, how you were feeling. Perhaps next time, when you’re both calmer, you can have a little chat about your emotions and what you'd like to say when things settle.

As for the broadband man—well, he simply can’t compare to the importance of you and how you feel. You matter, darling, and I’m sure your mother knows that deep down. You’re not a 4-year-old, dear Sybil; you’re just a young person navigating some difficult emotions. Remember, emotions are a part of who we are, and sometimes we need to be patient with ourselves.

As for Parker and I, well, we’re absolutely delighted that you feel proud of our 100 Greatest Christmas Moments! It is always an honour to represent Britain, and I’m so thrilled that it brings you joy as well. We are proud of you too, for staying true to your kind heart even when things get tough.

Be kind to yourself, Sybil, and know that we’re always here for you.

With all my love, Lady Penelope

Parker’s Response:

‘Ello there, Miss Sybil,

I ‘eard you ‘ad quite the tough day, eh? Oh dear, I’m so sorry ‘bout all that fuss. Emotional regulation, I reckon, is no easy thing, especially when you’re feelin' ignored or upset. But, y’see, Miss, that don’t make you a 4-year-old—far from it. We all lose our temper from time to time. Why, I’ve done so meself a few times, though I’m not likely to admit it to her Ladyship, mind you. She keeps me in line, she does.

Now, I know when things get a bit too much, it’s easy to shout or feel like the whole world’s against you. But next time, maybe take a deep breath, count to ten, or think about somethin' that makes you smile—like them Christmas Moments, eh? Quite proud of that meself, I must say. But you know what, Miss Sybil? What’s more important than any ol’ Christmas show is lookin’ after you.

Right-o then, you just take it easy, Miss, and know we’re rootin' for you, always.

Yours sincerely, Parker