In my case it's more like, "I already told you what I've been up to seven times Dad" and then he continues to moan about whoever happens to be on the tv screen. I still love the old codger though.
"Well, I flew over to see [insert BF's name], got completely ratted, lost a fortune at the casino, had a shag in every room in his house, got ratted again, felt sick, came home, and here I am, hoping to nick some of your wine to see me through the week."