Never trust a dog to watch your food. - Patrick, age 10

When your dad is mad and asks you, "Do I look stupid?" don't answer him. - Michael, 14

Never tell your mom her diet's not working. - Michael, 14

Stay away from prunes. - Randy, 9

Never pee on an electric fence. - Robert, 13

Don't squat with your spurs on. - Noronha, 13

Don't pull dad's finger when he tells you to. - Emily, 10

When your mom is mad at your dad, don't let her brush your hair. - Taylia, 11

Never allow your three-year old brother in the same room as your school assignment. - Traci, 14

Never hold a dust buster and a cat at the same time. - Kyoyo, 9

You can't hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk. - Armir, 9

Felt markers are not good to use as lipstick. - Lauren, 9

Don't pick on your sister when she's holding a baseball bat. - Joel, 10

When you get a bad grade in school, show it to your mom when she's on the phone. - Alyesha, 13