It is funny how children can be really innocent and naive but yet this character often gives parents a way to "scare" their kids and prohibit them to do things they don't want their kids to do.
A few months ago, I introduced a new concept to Gerard; When I say "Eeeeee", it means I'm referring to something disgusting. It did not take him long to grasp the concept. Hence saying "Eeeee" (the more animated the better) becomes my "top secret weapon" to prevent him from touching or eating things or going somewhere that I don't want him to touch/eat/go.
Gerard is also especially afraid of "spiders". A formidable combination will be "Eeee.....the spider is there!" On hearing this, he never fails to retract his steps or hands, thereby the lid of the dustbin or the kitchen cupboards remain closed, the wine rack stays in place etc etc.
On one hand, I am thankful that I manage to find a way to "frighten"my otherwise dauntless toddler. However on the other hand, I wonder if this will have any repercussion on his development. Although I recognise that a better way is to explain the reasons why he is not allowed to do certain things, I think I shall just leave it till the day we can communicate through proper conversations. Right now, I will just adopt whichever is the most effective method.
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