Despite Madeline’s best efforts, Alice’s grumpiness has been triggered by Dill’s innocent greeting, since as Mom said the day is full of new things never seen before—of which, obviously, Dill must be one. But the other kids have engaged their “grumpiness-dar” and are smart enough to run!
Templo S.U.D. over 6 years ago
How can a new kid on campus know someone else’s name without introductions?
rbmumsie over 6 years ago
Who cares? The important thing is that Alice is GRUMPY! Run! Hide!!
pam Miner over 6 years ago
A reputation can develop early.
Phred Premium Member over 6 years ago
Too new. Mom forgot to remind Alice to be nice.
Mumblix Premium Member over 6 years ago
What does a 4-year-old have to be grumpy about?
Herb L 1954 over 6 years ago
Early PMS?
Liverlips McCracken Premium Member over 6 years ago
The kids can’t be fooled. There’s no denying the obvious in their world. Denial really is a river in Egypt.
Sisyphos over 6 years ago
Despite Madeline’s best efforts, Alice’s grumpiness has been triggered by Dill’s innocent greeting, since as Mom said the day is full of new things never seen before—of which, obviously, Dill must be one. But the other kids have engaged their “grumpiness-dar” and are smart enough to run!
Jessica_D over 6 years ago
@HKYNT1 ABOUT 10 HOURS AGOEarly PMS?
*P*ost *M*orning *S*urliness can strike anyone at any age!