Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em recurring catchphrases include references to "a bit of trouble", which usually implies some sort of undisclosed digestive disorder, and to the cat having "done a whoopsie" (presumably a euphemism for having defecated in an inappropriate place, on one occasion in Spencer's beret). If Frank is pleased (or confused) about something, he will often use the catchphrase "Mmmm — nice!" or "Ohhh — nice!" Despite his unfailing ability to infuriate people, Frank is essentially a very sympathetic character, who inspires much affection from his ever-loving and patient wife, Betty. He also venerates the memory of his late mother, Jessica, and worships
Betty Mahmoody Betty Mahmoody Betty Mahmoody (born June 9, 1945 in Alma, Michigan) is an American author and public speaker best known for her book, "Not Without My Daughter", which was subsequently made into a film of the same name. She is the President and co-founder of "One World: For Children", an organization that promotes understanding between cultures and strives to offer security and protection to children of bi-cultural marriages. Her book "Not Without My Daughter" is an account of her experiences in 1984–86, when she left Alpena, Michigan, to go to Iran with her husband and daughter for what she was