The question, "why?" is getting asked a LOT around our house these days. In a 2-minute conversation, it doesn't come up once or twice, but 7-8 times in a row.
Our tactical evolution:
1. We first thought he was being even more curious than usual, so we gave him earnest short but descriptive explanations.
2. We figured out that he wasn't really always looking for an answer and started asking, "why what?" thinking if he really wanted an answer he'd phrase the entire question again.
3. We ask him what he thinks. This showed us that he usually has some kind of idea about what he's asking us.
4. We sometimes throw a wrench into his plan with a completely random answer like Pink! or Bubbles! and so far it's working beautifully.
If he really wants an answer, he never shies away from #2. Then we randomly use #1 and #3 depending on our mood. This method is being trademarked.
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