Big C: Whatever you did at school today that put you in such a great mood at the end of it, please repeat! You are working on your homework without a fuss. You have chosen a book to sit and read when you are done. I think I have gotten three hugs already. Please repeat!
Little C: I know you are mad. I know because you told me so. But I had a clue before that, what with all the yelling and wiping of snot on my belly at the coffee shop. And I have to say, I admire your ability to stay clear headed in the face of not getting what you want. Here's how the scene played out:
FADE IN...
INTERIOR: LIVING ROOM, DAY
MAMA
(calmly)
What did you think I meant when I said stop the fussing or there will be no hot chocolate for you?
LITTLE C
(sobbing)
That I wouldn't get any if I kept fussing.
MAMA
(calmly)
And what did you choose?
LITTLE C
(sobbing)
To keep fussing.
MAMA
(calmly)
So why are you surprised that you can't have the cocoa?
Little C falls to the floor on his knees. His eyes close and his head rolls back. He drops his arms to his sides, palms forward, in a gesture of surrender. His mouth is wide open and a siren wail is emanating from within.
MAMA
(calmly)
Do you want to rest in my bed or your bed?
LITTLE C
(sobbing)
My bed.
INTERIOR: LITTLE C'S BEDROOM, DAY
LITTLE C
(sobbing)
Mama? I want you to know that I am not pitching a fit because of the hot chocolate anymore. I am pitching a fit because now I am not having an after school snack with Miss M and Big C. Please close my door.
FADE OUT...
1 comment:
Amazing that he can reason when in that state. Too cute. Hope all is going well with you guys.
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