Parents on their children

As proud as our parents appear to be when they brag to our neighbours about how clever we are, they still believe that they have more senses than us and treat us like mugs at times.

I dont care that they are bigger than us. They have no right. Who do they think they are.

Take this classic example. After dinner, my nan dragged me to see her dear old friend who lived 1 mile down the road. Even though she had a freedom pass and I could travel for free, she insisted that we walk. I have never felt that tired in all my life.

All they talked about was knitting and the history of the falklands war. I was bored to death. I was so bored that I would have gladly exchanged their presence with two Marks and Spencer's manequins.

Finally, we reached back home. I was filled with glee when nan wasted no time in fetching a tub of icecream from the refridgerator. But when she asked me if I wanted any, I deflated like a pierce balloon.

My tiny frame quivered with agitattion. How dare she ask me such a dumb question, Daah! Of course, I want some. Icecream was my favourite. I loved it to bits. If its icecream you are offering me, there is no need to ask. Just bring it on.

When I answered in the affirmative, she had the cheek to ask me why I did not say No. I was confused. How come she gave me the stick for giving the right answer. If I had not known better I would have felt stupid. How many kids my age would have spotted the difference. Why do some parents make their smart kids feel stupid because of their inconsiderate acts.

And another thing. I hear some adults at church saying that on reaching adulthood, they realized that most of the people who their parents had told them were their uncles and aunties, were actually just friends.