How to Embarrass Your Teenager

She is SO not amused

I have just recently discovered the hidden pleasures of embarrassing a teenager. As the parent of a teen, it can bring enormous pleasure to watch their cheeks turn rosey as a result of my actions, especially considering that I had to go out in public with her when she thought wearing a dress over pants was cool. Revenge is a plate meant to be eaten cold... Mwahahaaa!

Things You'll Need

• a teenager
• a sense of humor

Instructions

1. Sing and dance to their music. Yes, that's right, put on "Lean like a Chollo", put on a pair of sunglasses and start leaning against the walls of your house. Wait quietly. Eventually, your teen will take the bait and ask what you're doing. Calmly state that you are leaning like a Chollo.

2. Sing and dance to YOUR music, which appears to be even worse than dancing to their music. Whether it's Tom Jones, Meatloaf or Debbie Gibson, throw on some blue eye shadow and jam like there's no tomorrow. Extra points for men who do this. Do it openly, loudly, proudly. When they look at you in shock, invite them to join you.

   Scream out, "Hey Micky, you're so fine, you're so fineyoublowmymind-HEY MICKEY!"

3. Do a combination of steps one and two above when they bring their friends over. This increases the embarrassment exponentially. Remind them of how cool you are, and that they don't know what "real" music is. Continue enjoying yourself to their dismay.

4. The next time your teen dresses strangely, challenge them to a fashion contest. Take out some of your old clothes and parade around the house in them. Then, decide that you need something from the store and take your teen with you.

Tips & Warnings

• Enjoy it while you can; these times won't last forever.