"It would certainly facilitate more enjoyable holidays."

"We've all made questionable relationship decisions. Myself included."

Brennan's track record is pretty dismal in places.

"There's nothing to say that he won't make a better one after this. And, perhaps, seeing her in context with his child will alert him to the fact that she is a less than optimal partner."

There is a pause.

"And if she doesn't like you, she is stupid."