So the other day Lauren (our oldest) was being really mouthy. I finally got upset with her and told her that I didn't like the way she was talking to me. "Don't be lippy with me, Lauren, I'm your mom and as your mom I deserve some respect. Your dad and I have taught you to be respectful, would you talk that way to your teacher?" "NO!" Lauren replies. "Would you talk that way to any other adult?" I ask. "Maybe, depends who they are." She says rather matter of factly.
Now, I know this was probably the least appropriate time in my parenting career to start laughing, but I was so taken aback by her honesty I couldn't help it. I burst...
Trying to regain my composure I say "This is not funny!" Lauren, of course, responds with "then whay are you laughing mom?" I have to say I responded very honestly, I told her it was because I couldn't believe she was being so honest with me. I thanked her for being honest, but reminded her to be respectful. I'm sure that was a lesson lost...oh well- Lauren 1, Mommy 0!
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