I don't know where I got the name "Michael" from, honestly... I saw the picture on Tumblr and immediately thought, "Michael"!

Anyway, this is based on a photo of a cute little boy dipping his hand (or kitchen utensil) into what looks like batter of some kind.


The Mischief-Makers

"Michael. What are you doing?"

"I'm just smooshing it! Like you did!"

"Yes, but you didn't see me eat it as well, did you?"

"No…"

"…Well, then—"

"—But I saw Papa eat it!"

"Oh? Did he indeed? …Mr. Bates!"

"I didn't think anyone was looking!"

"That's no excuse!"

"Darling, I think it would be easier for us all if we just let Michael know he should never do as his Papa does."

"Well, that's very true—"

"No, I want to grow up to be just like Papa!"

"What, lame leg and all?"

"Yes. Lame leg and all."