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Parents Say the Darndest Things
Funny Phrases Moms and Dads Say to Their Preschoolers By Lisamarie Sanders
Food:
- People don't eat cat food.
- No, sweetie, pee does not come from peanuts.
- We don't eat mud pies.
- Well, it does still look like corn, but you can't eat it again.
- What if I spit in your soda?
- Those aren't trees, they're broccoli.
- Don't put the chips back in the bowl after you've licked them.
- Please don't dunk your cookies in your juice.
Hygiene:
- You can't go around in public with your finger up your nose.
- Please don't chew on the dirty underwear.
- People don't lick themselves clean.
- Your sleeve is not a tissue.
- No, you may not use your brother's toothbrush.
- Please take your feet out of your mouth.
Pets:
- Don't bite the dog.
- Yes, that is Ivy's penis and it is just for him.
- That's kitty litter, not sand.
- Stop riding the dog.
- Yes, the mommy turtle is giving the daddy turtle a piggyback ride.
- The dog's nose does not need picking.
- The cat doesn't like the sprinkler.
- Please don't blow in the dog's ear.
Potty Time:
- You can't pee in just anybody's yard.
- Yes, it makes me very happy when you make poop.
- Only boys stand up when they potty.
- If you wipe, your bottom won't be itchy.
And, of course:
- I'll always love you no matter what.
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