Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Toddler Manipulation

Yesterday J had crackers for snack. He had eaten plenty and it was close to dinner time. Here's how our conversation went:

J: Mama, more crackers please.
Me: No, it's too close to dinner and you've already had enough.
J: (at an ear piercing decibel) MAMA, WANT MORE CRACKERS!
Me: J, what did mama say?

[pause...J looks thoughtful]

J: No screaming? (whispers) mama, more crackers.

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