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Toddler demands tears before granting parent a hug

Original: I just asked my 3yo if I could hug him. He asked me why and I said cause I was happy to see him. Then he said I could hu

A parent shared a charming exchange with their three-year-old: when asked for a hug, the child agreed only on the condition that the parent prove they were happy enough to cry. The parent could not summon tears on the spot and was refused the hug. The anecdote is being shared as a relatable example of the surprisingly strict logic young children apply to everyday situations.

Why now: Parents are amused by the toddler's demanding condition and the relatable comedy of strict childhood logic.

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• I just asked my 3yo if I could hug him. He asked me why and I said cause I was happy to see him. Then he said I could hug him if I was so happy I would cry. Then he stared at my eyes waiting for tears, which I could not summon in the moment. I was not allowed to hug him. #… · minmi@sfba.social · 27

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