A dad picks his son up from first grade. As they drive home, the boy asks a question: “Daddy, where did I come from?”
The dad swallows nervously. He knew this day would come, but so soon? No matter; manfully, he plunges in. He explains the birds and bees, mommies and daddies who love each other, the miracle of birth, and the circle of life.
When he’s done, the boy is quiet. Finally the dad asks “Son, do you have any questions?”
“WHY is our family always so weird? Pete’s from Pittsburgh. Can’t I just be from Pittsburgh?
Here’s the first rule of being a Blog Star: You know more than you think.
Here’s the second rule: You cannot make things simple enough.