I know everyone has stories about their kids. Many are funny and many are just for the family. It got me thinking to why kids say the things they do. I believe as we get older we have a button we are constantly pushing, saying, "Don't say that" or "Don't do that" At times I find it very difficult to be an adult. There are many things I wish I could say or do, but really don't, cause I think I would get some weird looks.
One example is this last weekend, Grace and I were at a fashion show. One of the ladies next to us was very nice, but has a huge gap in between her front teeth. Unfortunately, my daughter decided to comment...she turned to the woman and said,"It looks like your teeth are wiggling." Wow! So embarassed, I turned to her and replied, "I am so sorry." Luckily she was very easygoing and said no problem, lots of people thought that. Than, two minutes later, after the waiter refilled out water, she stated, "That man has a weird voice." I am really trying hard not to constantly shush her.
There are many of us, as adults, that make these same mistakes.
In fact, when I was in Mexico, I decided to let go and have a few drinks. The owner of the company, (meaning, he pretty much owns Spain) was departing that evening and I thought I would show that I knew the appropriate social skills for other cultures. He came over to say goodbye, (he only spoke Spanish) and I gave him the usual European two kisses, (on the cheek) and a handshake. He immediately backed away, rapidly speaking Spanish. I guess I created my usual faux pas. You only give one kiss on the cheek, plus, since he didn't really know me, he didn't want a kiss from me anyway. Well, thank god he left that evening and the waiter was coming around with another drink.
This is a really good point, that we also do it as adults.
ReplyDeleteI'm sitting here thinking of the countless times I've hung my head in shame after such a stupid move. At least our kids just happily move on with their lives!