A mealtime exchange

Tonight at dinnertime...

Z.: Can I have a lollipop now?
H.: You can have a lollipop after dinner.
Z. (eats a few bites)
Z.: Can I have a lollipop now?
H.: After you finish your sweet potato.
(pause)
Z. (pointing) Mommy, you know, the lollipops are right in there.

Sly little fellow.