Sorry to bother you.

No, no, no, always a pleasure.

Sit down, sit down.

Well, this ain't exactly a set-in visit.

All we want is a little stand-up time.

Well, what can I do for you?

Well, Jethro here has got into his head he'd like to commence serving what they call his military hitch.

Yes, sir, I want to volunteer.

Well, very commendable, very patriotic, but I think the government would prefer that you finish your education first.

I done gone clean through school.

Yeah, Jethro's graduated sixth grade.

Yes, sir, passed him a class.

You, Jethro?

Yes, ma'am.

That fella's no higher than this.

Jethro, graduating from the sixth grade is a fine accomplishment, and we're all very proud of you.

Well, thank you.

But there's more, right, Miss Hathaway?

Oh, yes, indeed.

Junior high, high school, college.