Yeah, Well, Stop Scratching That Too!
To That Middle One who was dancing in front of the television with both hands shoved into the back of his pants:
"Hey, Middle One, what’s your problem? Stop scratching your butt in my living room!"
To which That Middle One replies:
"It’s my ass, Mama."
Judith’s Parenting Tip for Mothers with Smart-Ass Children #328: Beware of the synonyms… They get you every time.