Awkwardness With the Alveys: Kids Say the Darndest Things

(Not an accurate representation of the "poofy hair.")

Scene: While teaching a class a few weeks ago. I'm at the front of the class in the middle of a lesson. Suddenly, the hand from an eager student shoots up.

Mrs. Alvey: "Student," do you have a question?

Student: Mrs. Alvey, your hair is so poofy today.

Mrs. Alvey: Well . . . stares not knowing what to say.

All Students In The Class: staring, trying not to laugh.

Random, Nicer Student In The Back: Mrs. Alvey, I like your hair.

Mrs. Alvey: Finally thinking of something appropriate to say . . . Well, Student, get used to it because I like poofy hair, I guess. Anyway, back to class. Trying to regain composure and move on with the lesson, but still thinking . . . WTF, STUDENT!