Standing dutifully in the kitchen by the laundry cupboard, silently folding clothes, I overheard this gem of a conversation between Heidi and her dad… Hannah just had to join in…

Heidi: (standing halfway up the stairs leaning over the railings - an altogether safe distance away...) Dad?  Can I be honest with you?

Len: You should always be honest with me!

Heidi: Are you sure?  *cheeky smile*

Len: Yes, you know you can tell me anything you want…

Heidi: Well, if you’re sure you’re sure…

Len: I’m sure I’m sure…

Heidi: *silly giggle & feigned shyness* Oh, never mind…

Len: NO!!!  You have to tell me now!!

Heidi: I have too?  Well, ok, you asked for it....  *clears throat* Well, dad… I think it’s about time you started wearing a bra!!!  *collapses on stairs laughing*

Hannah: (enters the conversation) *dead pan* Well, now I know what to get him for Christmas…