Ain’t
“Dad, I know that Ain’t really isn’t a word and I’m not supposed to use it. But, is it ok if I use it when I am playing all by myself and no one is around to hear it?” (from the six year old)
~~It’s only a matter of time before these “restrictions” are applied to swear words. Speaking of the six year old and swear words, the following conversation happened this morning:
Me: Put your shoes on, it’s almost time to leave for school.
Georges: Ok, but I’m going to wear my slip-on shoes because the tie ones are a pain in the ass.
Me: EXCUSE ME?!!!
Georges: (big time mr. innocent here…) What? I didn’t want to say “BUTT” cause that’s not a nice word and I know I’m not supposed to say it.
Me: Well, you’re not suppose to say that word either… ok?
Georges: Ok. I’ll just say it’s a pain. That should work.
I have to say, I have NO idea where that child gets such colorful language. (Denial is such a lovely state. Property is also cheap there!)
