Example:
I was about 13 years old, but, with a little make up and careful selection from my older sister's wardrobe, I could look a lot older.
My friend Suzanne (with a Z'd not an S) and I had decided we'd go to a local pub, one close enough to walk to, but far enough away that people wouldn't recognise us.
The Punch Bowl - Sefton Parish.
We'd got ready at my house and we wanted to leave and walk to the pub after dinner. My Mum and Dad were loitering around the kitchen, which meant that Suzanne and I couldn't make a quick exit. Our make-up and clothes had been noticed.
Casually I said (eventually). "Er ... we're just going out for a walk somewhere".
Mum looked over the kitchen table as she wiped the surface over again, "Oh that's nice, where are you heading for?"
I looked at Suzanne, I wasn't prepared for this question.
Suzanne answered, "Oh we're going to stroll as far as The Punchbowl, we're thinking we'll be able to get a drink there".
We all laughed.
I started to put my coat on and prepare to leave while my Dad said to my Mum, "You do realise they've just told you the truth, don't you?"
Mum said, "Don't be silly, they're just joking"
Dad laughed again as he said, "That's what they're hoping you'll think, but they've told you what they're planning".
Mum turned to me and Suzanne and asked directly, "Is that what you're going to do?"
Suzanne laughed then said, "Yes, of course".
We all laughed again and Mum said to Dad,
"See... they're just joking"
Dad said, "Like I said".
He was right.
