What are we going to do today Mama?
We could paint after your nap.
Why do I have to nap?
Because you’ll be tired and cranky if you don’t.
Why will I be tired and cranky?
Well, you won’t be if you take your nap.
Why do I have to nap?
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Hey look Mama. All the leaves are all gone from that tree.
Yes they are all gone from the tree now.
Why are all the leaves gone Mama?
Because winter is coming and it’s too cold for certain trees.
Why is it too cold for certain trees? Why is winter coming?
Because there’s the four seasons and now it is wintertime.
Why are there four seasons?
. . . . . . . . Uhh, let me get back to you with the accurate answer, OK?. . . . . .
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These are just a tiny tiny snippet of what comes out of our almost 3.5 year olds’ mouth on a daily basis as of late. Often times it goes in circles for several minutes. And if you dare to answer with a “I don’t know,” he will scream.
It’s driving me crazy!