It matters what words you use
 
A family of three order their brunch at the takeout window of a diner and wait for their name to be called.
 
After 15 minutes the five year old mentions that she can’t wait for her orange juice. Mom redirects, “When I asked if you wanted orange juice or milk, you said milk. Do you mean you can’t wait for your milk?” The girl erupts into a budding tantrum.
 
Dad suggests they go switch the order, but Mom counters with a life lesson.
 
Sunny Point Cafe
Asheville, NC
2021