Danny is a very opinionated kid, and lets everyone know his viewpoint at every turn. He is continually spewing his political opinions and I am constantly getting sucked into the debate, despite my better judgement. Even those times that I happen to agree with his views, we never seem to be on the same side of the argument. Tonight at dinner, he started in on his usual rant and once again, I bit; but I quickly ended the discussion. I said, "Danny, I've told you many times that I don't want to have these political debates and I am very aware of your opinion. I don't need to be reminded of it during dinner every night. I am happy to hear about your day and what is going on in your life, but I don't want to have the same volatile conversation every day." Not backing down, he said, "Mom, in our house we can discuss things. I'm just trying to have a conversation. You're taking away my rights."
"What?! What rights am I taking away from you?"
"My freedom of speech."
"Well, your freedom of speech is going to be limited in this house so I can have a pleasant dinner"
He picked up his plate, brought it over to the counter and said, "Sheesh! Kim Jong-Mom."
(1/23/14)
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