The Slice
THE SLICE
When children get older and start bringing home special friends of the opposite sex, it’s important for parents to be careful when offering assessments.
So today, The Slice offers a few tips on what to say or not say to your own child after meeting his or her special someone.
Don’t say: 1. “Well, she’s no Ziya Tong.” 2. “What was that smell?” 3. “All that hostility and pointless alienation … I can certainly see why you find him attractive.” 4. “Honey, you can do better.”
Do say: 1. “It seems pretty clear he finds you beguiling.” 2. “We enjoyed meeting her.” 3. “She has a delightful smile.” 4. “It was nice that he didn’t go into Eddie Haskell mode.”
Of course, in reality, anything you say will be wrong. So good luck.
Paul Turner