This is my life with Donovan. (Big sigh)
There was an incident near school - a girl was grabbed at the bus stop. Good news is, she screamed and the guy ran. But, they sent a letter home to warn of the guy and let everyone take the chance to talk about stranger danger. Simple, right?
Me: So, there was this letter about a girl getting grabbed at the bus stop.
Donovan: It wasn't me! (we've had some issues lately)
Me: I know, but I wanted to talk to you about strangers.
Donovan: Yeah, I know!... Never go with them even if they offer candy... (apparently they talked about it at school).
Me: Or if they ask you to find a lost puppy.
Donovan: Yeah. But... what if he's hanging signs? Then he might really need help.
Me: Well, even if he's hanging signs always ask me or Daddy.
Donovan: But, really, I wasn't even at the bus stop.
Me: I know! We know it wasn't you.
Donovan: But, what if he is hanging signs and has a leash...
Me: No, that could be part of the trick. Just always ask me. (etc)
Donovan: But, he could have a leash, but then there could be a dog, but maybe it's an invisible dog... and you can see the leash, but not the dog... and...
Me: Ugh! Just don't go anywhere with anyone unless I tell you it's okay!
So many difficulties that you would never think of, but the kid will. Love it!
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