While sitting at the dinner table, I am amazed at the discussions we have, including arguments that stem from discussions. Mostly, however, the discussions center around someone else's behavior.
Our 2 year old is just beginning to discover how his body works, including coughs and sneezes. And hence, the following story.
Our 6 year old is quite dramatic. The 10 year old is a lovely defiant and the 15 year old prefers to do his own thing. The 2 year old is just beginning to show his personality. At dinner the other day, the 6 year old coughs and the 10 year old responds, "Turn your head and cough!" This creates a discussion which merits input from all parties at the table. But the discussion ends abruptly when the 2 year old sneezes...with a mouthful of food.
The 6 year old moans, "OOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHH YYUUUUUUUUCCKKKKKKK!" The 10 year old says, "That was gross!"
The 15 year old decides walking away from the table is the best solution.
My wife and I look at each other, smile and begin the clean up.
