I Like It When They Come Nicely

He is hitting and kicking in line the teacher whispers.
He glares at both of us, probably figuring she is snitching on him.
I just finished with preschool where no one was hitting and kicking.
I resist telling him this. Instead taking him to the office.

He goes with me nicely, so I complement him on his choice.
He seems surprised, which eggs me on further.
I give him a wink.
He stares at me, no doubt wondering what is going to happen next.
I like to keep them on their toes.
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Hawkins Avatar
September 14, 2021 at 11:56 PM
Wink, Wink, Nudge, Nudge ....
Krutsinger Avatar
September 15, 2021 at 1:20 PM
I have all kinds of maniacal insane tricks to keep them wondering.
Hankins Avatar
September 14, 2021 at 10:42 AM
Another unruly kid placed in the right hands. Amazing what "a wink" can do. I'll bet he felt really grown-up.
Krutsinger Avatar
September 15, 2021 at 1:20 PM
I do not know but I do whatever it takes believe me!
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