jewishblues

I like pets and small children. I think it's because they're relatively uncomplicated. Not that either of them are simple; even the stupidest dog is incredibly complex, biologically speaking. But when a child wants something, in my experience they simply tell you, or demand it, which is effectively the same thing. And really, there aren't that many things that children actually want. They want to be relatively comfortable; they want food when they're hungry and some liquid when they're thirsty; and they want you to pay attention to them. That's pretty much it. And what I appreciate most about them is that they're straightforward; there is very little subterfuge with a small child. When they're in a bad mood they'll let you know, instead of passive-aggressively telling you that they're fine when they're not. And when they're happy they'll typically share it with you. At least, that's my experience with them. For the life of me I will never understand people who dislike relatively normal children.