1. If I like it & you can tell I like it, it’s mine.
2. If it’s in my hand, it’s mine.
3. If I can take it from you, it’s mine.
4. If I had it a little while ago, it’s mine.
5. If it’s mine, it must never appear to be yours in any way.
6. If I am doing or building something, all the pieces are mine.
7. If it looks like mine, it’s mine.
8. If I don’t want it but I know you like it, it’s mine.
9. It’s mine anyway.
Someone close to me found these “Toddler Property Laws” framed at a flee market. I think it’s funny the way most toddlers think, while at the same time they’re learning how to share.
(picture: Alfonso Lima)