More Words Of Wisdom From My 9 Year Old

There were so many responses to my 9 year old's words of wisdom, I decided to ask him to grant another interview. It took some major arm twisting (wink), but just for you, my loyal readers, I got him to dish one more time...

What do you think about staying healthy over the holidays?

I don't care because we're healthy all the time.

What do you mean by that?

You usually make something healthy, but it's kinda fun to actually have something new and sweet for a change.

Does that mean you don't get to eat unhealthy stuff every day?

Well, sometimes I eat some unhealthy stuff, but it's really hard to do with my parents around all the time. But actually, eating healthy is probably the best thing you can do, because sometimes after I eat some bad stuff my stomach hurts."

Do you think treat foods like pie, cookies, and candy are more special to you because you don't get them every day?

It's special because I don't get to eat it very often like my friends do.

What kind of sweets does Mom give you?

A homemade cinnamon roll, baked oatmeal, and other stuff." (Not store bought- didn't even register on his radar.)

How would you suggest parents help their kids live healthier?

I don't mean to be bossy or anything, but I think you shouldn't get the junk that parents buy for their kids. Like candy bars, cosmic brownies with M&Ms on them, pie and cake every night...

His parting words of wisdom?

And one other thing, I think if you eat healthy, you feel a lot better during the day if you're at work or school or whatever you're doing, because, to me, it gives me an energy boost.

Couldn't have said it better myself!