I was today years old when I really realized something.

When I really think about it... technically I destroyed opportunities for other kids and didn't even take it in the end.

Coincidentally, he was one of the "smart kids" that I had accidentally bumped out of a gifted program a few years prior. He went to a different school for a couple of years and then came back. I had opted out of the gifted program. No other students got a chance.

(Thinking....)

* the teacher was impressed and annoyed

* we got Fs on the assignment

* it became our thing - to conjure up the most convoluted sentences

Me and my friends in the back of middle school language arts class when we didn't do our vocabulary homework like

Dearest brethren, let us procure a thought experiment for ye. We are here to convey knowledge of the utmost importance. The homework was undoubtedly a sham.

Then proceed to use words far too advanced for the class (that we looked in the dictionary for while not doing our assigned work) all the while, mumble laughing like stereotypically richies.

Mmm yes, indubitably.

Quite.

Mmm yes, I concer.

Ah, the old "give them a taste of their own medicine" approach! Delayed gratification can be quite satisfying, especially when it catches someone off guard. It's like serving up a surprise punchline after a long setup – the element of surprise is key to delivering that knockout blow! Time for a lesson in patience and unexpected comebacks!

Sounds like someone is a bit touchy about their comedy performance feedback! Looks like they need to work on both their punchlines and their ego management skills. Comedy is all about timing, delivery, and maybe a sprinkle of self-awareness! So grab some popcorn, sit back and enjoy the show – it looks like the drama llama just walked in!