David thoreau Quote by Paul Reiser
“Parents often give middle names just so that later, when they're yelling at the kid, they can drag it out. Henry David Thoreau, you come in here this instant!”
About This Quote
Source TV Show: Home Improvement episode, 1995
Middle names are used to facilitate teasing by extending the name.
In simple terms: Names aid teasing.
Be mindful of name usage.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- school settings
- social interactions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you use names to tease?
- How can we avoid hurtful jokes?
May cause unintended embarrassment.