oneupmanship

where do kids learn this? at the table this morning, nate started whining and fussing so i tried to distract him with lovey-dovey talk.

me: awww, i love that little face, even when it's whining!

jack: yeah, and i love his little ears -- they're so cute!

me: and i love that little nosey....

jack [voice getting louder]: and i love his cheekies!

me: and i love his pretty eyes...

jack: WELL, I LOVE HIS WHOLE BODY!

okayyy...um, i guess you got me there, kid.