She likes Big Jelly

Little kids are funny. They have a unique way of verbalizing their thoughts, They know how to get their point across, but not in the typical way. 

     My granddaughter is 3 years & 4 months and speaks well, but her phrases are funny to adults. She’s pretty typical in that way, because all little kids do the same. I’m sure there are many family stories about kid speak that could easily fill a book. Maybe it’s already written. 

     Kid phrases are funny and they need no explanation. The adults understand them, in fact they often mimic the words or use them in a story about the child. Young children are good at communicating, because they bring you into their world. Adults listen closely to understand the child.

     Stella likes big jelly. Her explanation is easy to understand and very descriptive. I watch videos on my iPad with her so she combines the words and calls the iPad, a Padeo. Sometimes, I have to listen closely to understand, but when I do, I’m always amazed at her logic. 

     As I sit here eating my toast, with big jelly, I wonder. What would the world be like if we listened more closely to others, the same way we do with young children? I think better communication is the key to a better world. “Just Saying . . .”