Coke

Ryan is in tennis camp. They ask them everyday what they want to eat for lunch and drink. On the first day Ryan said.....Mommy, I had a Sprite (we do not drink much pop in our house).

Me: Oh, Ryan I bet it was yummy.

Ryan: I did not order a coke.

Me: I am so glad you did not order a coke (gulp).....it is so yucky. It is disgusting actually.

Ryan: OH, really?

NEXT DAY.....

Me: How was lunch Ryan?

Ryan: (with a smirk smile)....guess what I had for lunch??? A turkey sandwich (unusual)....and a COKE.

Me: Trying not to be mad (note: I never told him NOT to order it, just that it was yucky!) Oh, what did you think?

Ryan: UMMMM, I LIKED it Mommy. You said it was yucky...it was delicious.

Me: Glad you tried a new food Ryan.

FEW HOURS LATER:

Me: Ryan, tmr at tennis camp, I think it is best if you do not order a coke...it is not healthy for you. Only big people drink it.

Ryan: OH, I did not know that Mom. How old will I need to be to drink it?

Me: I think 18 seems reasonable.

Ryan: Okay Mom.....that is not too bad!

Me: Smiling to myself.......