Teddy: “Daddy, why don’t people pick up other people’s poo.”
We’re in the bathroom when this question is asked. Meredith is potty training and delighted with her latest efforts. Teddy and I have been brought in to celebrate the occasion.
Me: “That’s a strange idea Teddy. I don’t like picking up my own poo never mind anyone else’s. Why would anyone want to pick up someone else’s poo?.”
Teddy: “But why don’t they?”
me: “Because it’s not very nice. And it’s not necessary or expected.”
Teddy: “But people pick up dog poo. I’ve seen them.”
Me: “Yes, but that’s because, unlike you and I, dogs can’t use the toilet in the bathroom. And they can’t pick up their own poo with their paws. And their owners don’t want anyone to tread in it by accident. It’s admittedly anomalous – the only creature that can easily pick up it’s own poo prefers not to. ”
Teddy: “What’s a Nomalus.”
