Teen Social Dynamics Pillows

Pier Pressure

"Three more years of high school."

The Brothers Grime

'So Kyle - have you considered the challenges of van driving?'

'You know they've reached puberty when they're more interested in Dr. Ruth than Babe Ruth.'

PROBLEM AREAS

Fishbowl rebellion.

"My parents said that until I find a job and move out they will not recognize me as a sentient being."

"Raymond's prospects look good, Daddy. . . He's pretty sure he's picked all six lotto numbers!"

"Shouldn't you use a plate?"

"Well, I've come this close to asking out Sylvia Sanchez. But I'm just an average guy! Nothing about me says 'I'm cool! Look at me!'"

"I'll be glad when this is over and Sarah can be herself again."

"Looking cool in a car takes practice."

"All I ask is a chance to ruin my life in my own way."

Teenage Angst.

"A major crime publisher is interested in publishing your homework!"

"No, I don't believe youth is wasted on the young. I believe money is."

'I'm going to bed...whatever...'

"And this is my oldest son I was telling you about. The one that eats like a horse."

'These are very powerful tranquilizers for when your teen has he horrific tantrums. Take two of them anytime she flares up.'

"Stop smirking, it's just an expression! You know perfectly well what I mean when I say I'm putting my foot down and you can't go out tonight!"

"Yeah, I've noticed it too: Young Master's smell has changed a lot since he's become a teenager..."

"That was a great kiss, Joey...but can I have my gum back please?"

"Okay, there's one thing I like about school starting. I have a girlfriend this year."

"I'm you, from the future, here to deliver a witty comeback line."

Pubertry

"Baldo, we need to talk."

Fishbowl Rebellion

"We're out of empanadas!"

"Thank you. Now we'd like to do our big hit -- I Can't Wait to be 16'."

"I told you it was too soon to give him The Talk."