Talking with a Toddler

Actual dialogue with Vivi this morning:

Vivi: "Mama."

Me: "You said, 'Mama,' Vivi! Good job! Say, "Mama.'"

Vivi (more quietly, but grinning): "Mama."

Me: "Good job! Can you say, 'Dada'?"

Vivi (louder, and grinning wider): "Mama."

Me: "No! You tricked me! Say, 'Dada' for me."

Vivi (looking right into my eyes): "Mama."


Only 14 months old, and already contrarian!

Forecast: Significant blowing and drifting, with the possibility of heavy accumulation in rural areas.