All-a-Boy Inspires Me

He did it. All-a-Boy's getting karate lessons. I'm wondering if the same thing would work for me...


Dear Family,

I would like an iPod for the following reasons.

First, when I have to go places by myself, like the grocery store, I can listen to the iPod and I won't have to listen to the noise around me (like giggly girls and really interesting conversations that I am tempted to listen in on). Plus it would be like having Josh Groban or Bono or whoever singing to me while I shop and that would be awesome. Also, when I need a vacation I can just go in the pantry with my iPod and eat Girl Scout cookies by myself and not have to hear everyone asking, "Where's mom?"

Second, music makes me more happy and motivated. When I am feeling sad because we are out of chocolate cake or ice cream or cheese, I can listen to a cheerful song and it will make me happy. Also, exercise is very important and I will be more motivated to exercise if I have an iPod to listen to while I do it. So iPods are good.

To top it all off, I deserve it. For instance, I do lots of things like make food and change diapers. I also wash, dry, fold and put away the laundry. I could do these things while spontaneously singing and dancing if I had an iPod.

In conclusion, an iPod would block out noise, make me happy, and I deserve it.

Please consider these reasons and respond as soon as possible. Please tell me the reasons why.

Sincerely, Gerb (a.k.a. Mom)

Karate Kid?

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All-a-Boy had the assignment in class to write a persuasive letter a few weeks ago. We get one of these from at least one child every year, usually asking for a puppy (which, I'm sorry, will never happen. Because puppies become dogs and dogs become children and I will never have a dog in my family Christmas photo.) All-a-Boy must have known there was no chance for a canine companion because this was what he wrote instead:

Dear Mom and Dad,

I would like karate lessons for the following reasons;

First, it would be a new experience. Having karate lessons will help my self-esteem. Self-esteem is very important for a person my age. It would also help my confidence, and you’re always telling me I’m feeling sorry for myself so confidence is an important key to change my attitude.

Second, the exercise is also very important. I don’t think I am getting the physical exercise that I need. Karate will keep me physically strong and happier because I’m healthier. And I will also be more energized. So karate is good.

To top it all off, it will teach me self-defense. For instance when I’m on the way to scouts and someone steps out of hiding and tries to kidnap me, normally I would be forced into their car or house. But if I knew karate I could fight them and get away safely. And if Coolister is being a jerk and won’t let me upstairs or in my room or he’s just being mean for the fun of it, instead of just getting beat up without being able to fight back I could defend myself.

Please consider these reasons and respond as soon as possible. Please tell me the reasons why.

Sincerely, All-a-Boy