Learning (Proper) English
The din in the car overwhelmed my senses."BE QUIET!"
The din did not change.
"Mama, shchto ce yeh 'Be Quiet'?"
I answered Mikola with a soft "Shh" and an index finger to my lips.
"Be Quiet, Be Quiet, Be Quiet" he chanted. Then he turned to David and told him to "be quiet."
I silently rejoiced.
This phrase has special resonance in our family. I've told the children that if an entire day goes by without my hearing the words "Shut Up," then everyone gets a stick of gum the next day.
In two weeks, I've given out gum only one time.
But a few days ago, I heard Paul say "Be quiet" for the first time.
Score one for Mom!
posted by Stahlkes @ 6:38 PM
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