Yesterday’s corner time: 6 Minutes.
I'm dedicating much more time than usual to the Becca issue. Now that she’s walking, it’s more important than ever that she understands her place in the pecking order, which is right at the end of the queue.
Unless of course, it’s a giant chicken doing the pecking, in which case, the queue order is reversed and she’s in pole position.
You’d think this would be an easy concept for her to grasp, especially as there are no giant chickens in our neighbourhood. But no, she keeps muscling in where she has no business being.
I decided enough was enough yesterday and I shoved her head first through our cat flap. This was only supposed to be a temporary measure but when I tried to extricate her again by pulling on her ankles, her ears prevented her immediate re-emergence.
After pausing for thought, I decided that the best course of action was to remove Becca’s head, pull the rest of her body through and then reattach the head with some super glue.
Simplicity itself and no one would be any the wiser.
However, the saw from my tool box just wasn’t up to the job. I asked Dad if I could borrow his power tools but he was remarkably negative when I explained the situation and my exit strategy. My alternative proposal, which only involved removing her ears, wasn’t greeted with a great deal of enthusiasm either.
Instead, Dad rescued Becca by adjusting her position and then easing her gently out.
Naturally, this would have been my third solution but as I hadn't received much encouragement for the first two, I had decided not to suggest it.
Matthew.
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About Me
- Matthew
- I'm Matthew, I'm 6 years old. I have a Mum, a Dad and an annoying, 4 year old sister, Becca. I started writing this blog when I was two. I had more time on my hands in those days. Becca wasn't even born and I didn't have to attend school for every waking hour. Still, whenever I can, I get up to mischief and I document my adventures here.
6 comments:
Hi Matthew, I see Dad hasn't got any easier to deal with in my absence, that's a pity cos you're second solution, removing the ears, showed real promise.
Hi Peter, good to hear from you again. Yes, Dad is still as awkward as ever. I don't know why I continue to put up with him.
I certainly hope so. Next time, she might not be so lucky ;-)
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Matthew, I can always tell how much fun you've had in a day. It's directly proportionate to the time you spend in the corner.
Sometimes it's worth it though, eh?
If you can't do the time, you shouldn't commit the crime ;-)
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