I am not a person who is easily embarrassed. A mild flush to the face now and then when I am put on the spot, but overall I brush off embarrassing moments as though a mosquito landed on my arm. Having a two year old this is a good thing. You know that phrase, "kids say the darnedest things"? Well, it's true. They lead a black and white life and say it how it is.
Case in point. Last week we are shopping in the produce section of Cub Foods and I see display of peanuts and ask Seth if he would like some. His response, "Yeah PENIS!" (My son is two and his enunciation leaves something to be desired at times like this.) This of course was said at the top of his lungs with excitement. The produce man stocking strawberries let out a chuckle and I smiled and shrugged with that, you know kids look on my face. The rest of the trip was pretty much uneventful. I wasn't hurt in the least and laughed heartily about it with my husband later that evening.
Here's Seth eating peanuts with Dad in his pajamas!
Then today, things were a bit different. We were in Super Target and I had that feeling that things just couldn't wait. I needed to get to the bathroom. We parked our cart near the checkouts and walked in to the end handicap stall for a little extra wiggle room. What does my son do? Opens the door for all to see me on the throne! Well, that was great. Of course I wiggled over and shut it telling my beloved son that it was rude and he needed to come stand by mom.
Why is it that children have to make proclamations to the world, not just short, quiet announcements? My son now shares with the whole restroom full of people that mom made a poop. Better yet, he shouts out, "Great poop Mom!" How encouraging, huh? I am glad that my teachings have caught on so well.
This experience happened behind closed doors, well with only other women in close proximity. I am sure that someone in a stall was holding in a gut wrenching laugh until we left the restroom. I know I have when overhearing similar situations happen to other mothers!
It was not the end of the world, but I certainly felt embarrassed. It was like this wake up call that using a restroom with my son will only get worse. He might start telling people that mom gives out M&M's for poops in the potty too...
4 comments:
This is an unbelievably cute video clip!
What a great story!! I laughed out loud and it's a good thing I am the only one in my office this morning or your stories might be internationally famous by lunch:) Love you lady!
That's a great story - I laughed in sympathy.
Out of the blue in a crowded clothing store, Ellie asked me, "Does Daddy wear dresses?" But your story tops that big-time.
HILARIOUS!! This is too funny. I thought I was the only one who had a vocal restroom buddy! One time in a public restroom Allie asked me if I needed her to sing the "tinkle potty song" to help me go amd when I was done she yelled "Great Tinkle Mommy! Good Job!" Nice. :) Glad I'm not the only one!
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