Clipping Joseph’s claws er, fingernails always involves a certain amount of sturm und drang. I have learned that it is a common problem among autistic children. Today, however, was classic.
“Joseph, I need to trim your fingernails.”
(Running and shrieking) “No, no trimming!”
“Never mind, I can’t find the clippers”
“Mwa-ha-ha”
“Joseph, did you hide the nail clippers?”
(Very smugly) “Yes, I did.”
“It’s a good thing you’re cute!”