We went to visit Nana Sheila the other day. The boys had just got a present of some new toys from Aunty Lemons and they were looking forward to showing them off. They are great toys, chunky cars that transform into a dinosaur and back. Well, they would be great except the constantly make noise and no matter how many times I turn the volume down, they always seem to be on full blast.
Their cousin, The Big Show, was already in the house and came to meet them at the door. They love playing with her, she is one of the most imaginative people I have ever met and she is scary smart. Especially considering that she is only 4.
"Hi boys, do you want to play with me?"
They are normally excited just to go to their Nana's house but the presence of The Big Show had taken the hyperactivity up a notch. The answer of course was an emphatic "YES!!"
"OK, come with me", then she paused as if she had forgotten something important.
"Which one of you two like sharing with me?"
We,ve been pushing the sharing thing lately so Fat Chops was literally bouncing when he announced "ME!!" the looked around to bask in our approval.
"Oh good" said The Big Show and she promptly relieved him of his new toy and walked away. Fat Chops stood, slightly bewildered, staring down at his empty hands.
It was a masterstroke. Not only had she taken his toy but she had somehow made it seem like it was a good idea for him to hand it over. If she can pull this kind of stunt now, I feel sorry for her parents when she hits her teenage years.
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