The P.C. Police

A 4.5 year old is a tough person to be around. You're not cut much slack, they have a memory like an elephant, and they love the concept of rules. We have mostly been trained, but not so poor Auntie Nina who doesn't typically hang out with people shorter than her waist. Our car ride on Saturday was a lesson in what you are allowed and are not allowed to say.

Have you seen that commercial? It's so stupid!

Ooooooh! She said stupid! Why would you say that? That is not good to say!

Oh, you're right. Sorry.


That one guy at work was so mean. Remember him?

Oooooh! You can't call someone mean. They can do something mean, but you can't call them a name. Why would you do that?

Oh, you're right. Sorry. I think I should just keep my mouth shut.