From short people:

1. "Can we have a snack?"

2. "Can we go swimming?"

3. "Is it time for lunch?"

4. "Can I play on the computer?"

5. "Can we play on the game cube?"

6. "Where did I leave my____?"

7. "I didn't do it!"

8. "The baby's bothering us!"

Note: Any of the above, but especially 7 and 8, can be said in a whine for maximum effectiveness.

From adults:

9. "Wow, you're really good at handling large groups of children." --from our piano teacher who arrived at lunchtime to give ds1 and dd2 lessons.

10."I wouldn't want your job!" --from the air conditioning service provider who works on roofs in 110 degree heat!

11. "Are you going for sainthood?"

12. "Have you killed any of them yet and sent them back to their parents in little pieces?" --from my childless sister!

13. "Thank you--we appreicate you doing this". --My personal favorite, from my friend's husband!
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