From the other room, I heard the sounds of her cursing and muttering cease, followed by a light thump and a soft whimper. I went to investigate.

"Oh, poor Jennifer...it seems your incessant yammering has toppled you right off your cushion. You should be more careful, you know.
Sigh...I suppose you're expecting me to help you back up, too. Why must I do everything around here? I think I'll leave you like that for a few hours to teach you a lesson."