just because he 'd brought her did n't mean she 'd thank him for it , or even value what had just happened . instead , i exercise , and eat , and clean myself and my home . `` and to watch that person do what he was best at , right in front of you . but everything else would just take more consideration . `` we ca n't do anything , '' she said . `` and the school system is excellent , '' my mother continued with a little twitch of her shoulders . 