"but mummy i AM learning"

Lilah had a pretty full-on weekend.

There were lots of successful experiments -- taking her scooter to the massive skate park around the corner and going down the half-pipe being one notable event.

Then there were the learning experiences (I'll tell you about those shortly).
And at one point, Lilah, attempting to hand a hot cup of earl grey to her dad, spilled it all over him and the leather couch.

At which point, I react, and say something cliche, like "Lilah!  You have to LEARN!"

And then she says,

"But Mummy, I HAVE learned!  I've learned LOADS of things.
I've learned not to stick my hand under a Daddy's saw.
I've learned not to stick my hand under the boiling water.
And I've learned to go to bed with the light off."

Steven and I just laughed.  As quietly as possible.

Because she was right.