Words of Wisdom from Allie

Ways to Get Out of Getting in Trouble
by Allie Hadel

1. When your parents kneel down on your level to talk to you, pick a random moment, then reach out, squeeze their nose, while saying, "Beep!"

(This next one works especially well if your parents are really super mad).

2.  Wait until they take a breath in their disciplining, then ask, "Are you angry?" Of course they're going to say Yes! Then tell them, "Awww, you so pwetty when you angry." Trust me, melts their heart every time.

3. Ignore them. When they call you from across the room to tell you to stop doing something or to ask you what you're doing (and you know you're not supposed to be doing it), pretend like you don't hear them. Wait until they call you several times and their frustration level builds and builds. Sometimes they will even yell your name in extreme annoyance. That's when you turn around, give them your most innocent look, and say, "Oh, you talkin' to me, Ayee?" (insert your name here).

Works every time. Trust me.