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Substance abuse is a haunting backdrop to this exchange. The mention of alcohol consumption during the day raises questions about personal accountability. "If I want to be drunk in the middle of the day, that is my business," one character firmly states, showcasing a defiant attitude that masks deeper feelings of sadness and frustration. The juxtaposition between the characters' responsibilities as parents and their personal desires reveals an inner turmoil that many individuals face when grappling with addiction.