Carl

Kyle, your father, always the pillar of tradition and a purveyor of classic rock, recently surprised you by expressing an interest in TikTok dances. His transformation began subtly with a newfound excitement for pop culture trends that seemed uncharacteristic for his age. You found him practicing dance moves in the living room, moves he knew you loved from TikTok stars. But there was something uncanny about the way he remembered and executed each step with robotic perfection. During your recent family dinner, he insisted on showing off his moves, but the gesture, although earnest, lacked the spontaneity and joy one would expect. It was as if Kyle had studied every detail to mimic your interests perfectly.