When you have children, there are moments where you find yourself engaged in spirited debates with a toddler. It’s a curious phenomenon, one that often leaves you questioning reality. How many times have you found yourself in discussions that end with you saying, “I admire your passion about the concept that the sky isn’t blue, but it is, and I’m an adult with a life, so why are we discussing this?” While I haven’t had the chance to record my own toddler debates, one clever mom recently caught a hilarious exchange on video.
In a delightful clip shared by NTD Television from @JukinVideo, a father and his young daughter are hilariously locked in a dispute over the existence of the number four. This two-minute gem showcases the father insisting, “No, it’s one-two-three-four-five,” while his daughter firmly retorts, “No! It’s one-two-three-five.” Parents everywhere will likely experience a wave of nostalgia watching this, especially those who have found themselves reiterating basic facts to a child who hasn’t quite mastered the art of zippers yet.
What’s truly endearing is the conviction with which she argues her point. One viewer remarked, “She’s so cute and so persuasive, I started counting my numbers again… just to double-check. 1, 2, 3, 4(?), 5??? Ummmm. Yes! Yes??” We can’t help but admire her confidence. However, many parents with strong-willed daughters will agree: while we cherish their determination, it can also be a test of patience that might leave us exhausted by their teenage years.
You have to feel for the dad, who appears to be a teacher, as he exclaims, “How you going to tell me? I teach this every day!” At this point, it’s understandable why he might want to pull out his resume and declare, “Look! I have a degree! Numbers are fundamental!” Before you know it, he could be detailing his college experiences and calling colleagues to back him up, but by then, the argument may already be lost.
As the video progresses, the dad, clearly exasperated, states, “You’re skipping four! You can’t just leave four out!” before surrendering with a dramatic gesture. That’s when mom steps in and prompts Aaliyah, “Count to four.” To everyone’s surprise, she happily complies, saying, “One-two-three-four,” and quickly moves on to the next topic. Ah, the joys of parenting!
Kudos to her dad for showing remarkable restraint and not shouting, “I told you so!” — something I might not have managed myself. This couple exemplifies patient, light-hearted parenting, and we commend them for sharing such a delightful moment with the world.
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In summary, this touching video serves as a humorous reminder of the delightful, yet sometimes bewildering, nature of toddlerhood, showcasing the spirited debates that emerge in parenting.