Conversation with a Kindergartener

( I get home from picking Aaron home from school, and get him a snack, as per usual.  I set out a baggie of cut up fruit, and put a handful of goldfish crackers in front of him.)

Aaron.  (sighs heavily, picking up the baggie of fruit)  Needs before wants.

Me.  What?

Aaron.  You have to put your needs before your wants.  (Shakes baggie at me)  I need these.  (disdainfully) Goldfish are a want.

Me.  I see.

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You know, there's nothing like a five year old for teaching you a major life lesson.  Of course, then he did this:

( I used to separate M & M's into colors before I ate them. )