funny things kids say

[Whit]

      Covered the foul language thing with the boy awhile back. We were driving along and something on the radio sparked a discussion on the subject. The boy says, "I don't know why people think they have to use it. It's just stupid."
      I looked at him for a second, and grinned unable to resist. "Gimme a break kid. I know how you and your friends talk when no adults are around." He looked struck by lightning. You could just see him trying to figure out how I knew. So I told him. "I was ten once to you know. Unlike a lot of parents I remember those days and have no illusion that things have changed."
      He looked even more nervous at that. Then an idea dawned over his face. "That means you..." He trailed off.
      I just smiled at the road. Then added, "As long as you don't use it inappropriately nothing more need be said."