Wednesday, December 3, 2008

I Wonder Where She Gets Her Sarcasm?

You know how picky I can be, right? Eler Beth was doing some geometry today, and I reminded her that you always put a period at the end of the abbreviation for "inch". And then I reminded her that you never use a period at the end of any metric abbreviation. She was writing "cm", so I said (with emphasis), "Never, ever, put a period after 'cm'."

She answered, "What! Will they sue me if I do?!"


27 comments:

Lynne said...

LOL, oh oh!

Donna. W said...

You've taught her well.

sober white women said...

Oh the things we teach our children when we asre not even trying!
Kelli

natalie said...

dear Lori,
:0
:)
awwww....:)
love,nat
p.s. the beginning signs of independence...
:)
you are a great mom!
nat

Celeste said...

Oh my the things they learn...

Rose said...

in this day and age they might??? ;)

Paula said...

What was your answer. lol

Paula said...

Whoops I forgot my question mark in the last comment, are you going to sue me? lol

Connie said...

Hmmm..and who would the they be if they be a suein,LOL

Leigh/BlueDragonfly said...

Just one of those days, huh Mom?

:) Leigh

Beth said...

Hmm, can't imagine where she gets it...I'm thinking really hard. It will come to me eventually. ;)

Unknown said...

Isn't it funny when you start to see yourself in your kids. :) Too cute!

Lisa said...

Too cute!!!
Lisa

Joyce said...

Hmmmm! Are you starting to sound like your mother. She had a great answer. What was your come-back?
lol
Hugs, Joyce

I Have Tea said...

Miss Eler Beth is a free thinker. *grin*

Thanks for your words earlier this week...you are very sweet.

Cathy said...

Call the Karma Police ! http://cathy-daretothink.blogspot.com/

Possum S. Hemmingway said...

Hi Lori - In reference to your inquiry as to Panjandrum's use of catnip, it is a definite medical necessity to use the closest drug available when interacting with kittens. The alternative, which can also be applied to rap music, is to stick a pencil in your ear.

Although a bit painful initially, it helps you put up with the nonsense.

Possum

MammawsDecorativeArt said...

As I've said so many times before I adore her.

I bow to her teacher. Very, very good.

Smiling here.

Nelishia

Jenny said...

Why! Why! why! do these little dots matters so much.....
Jenny <><

Lisa said...

She is your "mini~me"! I would have loved to see your reaction to that one.
;)

alphawoman said...

Funny. Where do kids get their "lip" (that's what my Mom called it). You must be busy. Miss your posts.

Bill said...

Lori, Just a note to say Hi and let you know I am catching up on my Journal reading. I've been a little preoccupied recently. Have happy holidays. My Regards, Bill.

Anonymous said...

I think you are nit picking but then that is the "granny" in me LOL..but I know you are correct..and the only answer I can think of is..."she is growing up with a mind of her own!!!" LOLOL..God Bless...hugs...Ora

Anonymous said...

Ha! What a card. I always learn something new here. Why a period after inch????

God bless-
Amanda

Wes said...

Lori:

I hope all is well! I love the poem below this entry! Kids will pick up more than we ever know.

I wish you a Great week, and a Happy Holiday!

Peace&Love
Wes&Family

v said...

Aren't we all learning - something new everday.

Fleur-de-lis said...

oh my God....lol...this is a good one,hahaha....