Funny Things Kids Say

The Magic Biscuits

Written by Gerard on Saturday 25 April 2009

There's a book out there called "50 Lies to Tell Small Kids" or something like that. But there should be a warning on some of the white lies we tell them, because they can backfire.

Our two boys had gathered a small army of kids in our back garden for general fun and merriment. The boisterousness level increased gradually, with some ill-advised climbing happening on the swings and bicycles strewn everywhere. It was only a matter of time before one of them came in with an injury from a fly-away swing.

Liar Liar

Written by Gerard on Sunday 29 March 2009

You know the old schoolyard saying, "Liar Liar, pants on fire!" Well, Rachel came up with a wacky variation this evening: "Liar Liar, pants for hire."

I don't know where it came from but I was slightly shocked and wildly amused at the wit in the saying. I'm assuming it came from a cartoon or something, because it's not the type of thing she'd just come up with.

Pause The Game

Written by Gerard on Monday 23 July 2007

Ever since the kids got into the PlayStation their grandparents got them for Christmas, there's been a slight change in the way they talk. Whenever anyone needs a break, you'll hear the immortal words "Pause the game, I'll be back in a minute."

This doesn't just apply to computer games, they say it in 'real life' too. Outside, playing little games or whatever. They're not obsessed (really!), but it's funny how they use such a gaming type phrase in day to day life.

I'm trying to think of other little sayings the kids have, but in the meantime, feel free to share your own...

Bratz Club

Written by Gerard on Tuesday 13 February 2007

The latest phenomenon in our street is Bratz Club. We're not entirely sure what a Bratz Club is, but it can't be that bad, can it? Probably best not to ask.

Anyway Rachel and her friend Niamh are making invitations for their other Bratz Club buddies and Lisa has just overheard their planning session. As they cut up little hearts to paste on each card, Rachel comes up with their slogan - "We love you. If you love us too, come join our Bratz Club!"

Lisa's convinced she's heading for a career in advertising!

We Are The Poo-Poo Heads

Written by Gerard on Thursday 8 February 2007

Poo has become the word of the moment in our house. Between Rachel and Jake, everything they say or do has poo added to the end. Their favourite insult (or compliment) at the moment is "You're a poo-poo head!" I say compliment because they all seem to love being called it, apart from one of their little friends who takes it as the kiddie equivalent of character assassination.

What are you having for dinner tonight kids? Poo and chips. What's on the TV? Power Poo-poos. What should we do this evening? Go for a poo-pa-lee.

The Run Up To Christmas Begins!

Written by Lisa on Thursday 14 September 2006

Normally by this time of year I am at least half organised for christmas. I know how boring that sounds but the thought of buying all my presents in December terrifies me and I could never afford to do it all in one month anyway.

This year however I seem to be lagging behind. I have a few things in for Jake and a few dress up costumes for Rachel, but other than that the attic is bare.

Mum, How Can You Be So Silly?

Written by Lisa on Friday 7 July 2006

I love the way Rachel talks down to me. The way she assumes that she knows everything and tries to explain her theories to me in her most patronising voice. Though it doesn't bode well for her teenage years!

Yesterday while the kids and I were staying at my mums caravan, I took all three for a walk to the nearby town of Cushendall. On the way I stopped to point out Lurig mountain and told the children how their dad wanted us all to climb to the top for a picnic one day.

Apparently I'm Ruining Her Life!

Written by Lisa on Monday 19 June 2006

Following on from my post on outside influences on children, Rachel came off with another cracker this week.

On Friday morning I was trying to coax her into eating her fruit salad before going to school. She was digging her heels in and refusing to do so. She wanted a biscuit and juice, I tried to have the junk food chat but she just wasn't listening. So I told her that she would be getting nothing else to eat until the fruit was finished.

Pie Pie Make A Pie....... How To Build A Sandcastle!

Written by Lisa on Friday 12 May 2006

When we were younger, my mum always sang a silly tune each time we were building sandcastles. When we got to the stage of tipping our buckets over and tapping the top, my mum always sang "pie pie make a pie, if you don't I'll beat your bum".

I know that in this day and age thats not very politically correct, but can I just say that my mum never in fact 'beat my bum'!

Funny Things Kids Say! Angry Ducks.

Written by Lisa on Saturday 22 April 2006

While watching the children play outside my mums mobile home today, we were accosted by a brood of very loud ducks.

A river runs right past her caravan site and every now and then the ducks come up to be fed. Normally our kids can't get their bread quick enough but today they were a little afraid.

Rachel asked me why the ducks were fighting, and sure enough when I looked, two of the ducks did seem to be quacking very loudly while pecking and jumping at one another. I told the kids to stay away and then drew my mums attention to the spectacle.