Ben’s Teacher: Ben said the D-word in school today.
Me: (appropriate gasp) Uh oh, he did? (incredulous expression, like “where could he possibly have heard such a word??”)
Ben’s Teacher: Yes, he told me, “I don’t use that word at home, but I’m going to use it at school.”
Me: Trying not to laugh.
Ben’s Teacher: I told him, “No you’re not! You can’t use that at school, either.”
Me: I’m terribly sorry.
Ben’s Teacher: Don’t worry about it. We see all kinds.
(Quick update: Ben got into one of the best elementary schools in Tucson just four days before school started, so we scrapped our homeschooling plans. I am still adjusting to the change, and I miss him at home, but it’s a great opportunity so eventually I will quit moping and be pleased. Also, it makes for some great non sequiters every afternoon.)
