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Mixed Messages I Give My Daughter
Don’t tell my daughter that I said this, but it is entirely possible that our communication difficulties do not stem from the fact that she does not listen well enough, but rather from the fact that I talk too much…
“You can talk to me about anything.”
Later…
“No, you can’t watch The Big Bang Theory.” Because they talk about sex, and then you might want to talk to me about something.
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“Yes, you must go to bed at 8:00. It’s important for you to get a good night’s sleep.”
Later…
“You better finish that homework; I don’t care if you have to stay up until midnight.”
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“You don’t need makeup. You look beautiful exactly as you are.”
Later…
“Would you please stay still for two seconds so I can glop your lashes with mascara?” (It turns out that in synchronized swimming, natural beauty is not quite enough.)
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“You should always take your time to do your best on your work.”
Later…
“Aren’t you finished, yet? Why on earth are you taking so long?”
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“Do not put personal information on the internet.”
Later…
“Do you mind if I blog about your most embarrassing moment?”
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“You shouldn’t base your decisions on what other people think.”
Later…
“You should be part of this special group because the Principal invited you, and that means she thinks very highly of you. Plus, she’s my boss.”
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“You should follow your passion.”
Later…
“Are you kidding?!! Do you have any idea how much horseback riding lessons cost?”
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“I really wish you would be more adventurous and try to eat different foods.”
Later…
“I don’t care if she’s one of your friends! When someone offers you a mysterious white substance from a Ziplock bag at lunch, YOU DO NOT ACCEPT!” (It turned out to be sea salt.)
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