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On Spelling

The Mom: I was thinking about moving the (spells it) S-O-F-A into our bedroom.
The Dad (thinking): The S-O-F-A…
The 4 y.o.: Sofa, Dad. She wants to move the sofa into your bedroom. Hey Mom – I can spell!

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