Don't forget your ball gown!

Last night I was teaching the children. Our lessons consist of a Bible story (Noah), a concept (responsibility) and a Country (Japan). I was reviewing with them what we've learned about Japan. The class is predominantly primary girls with three little boys to keep things interesting.

Me: What have you learned about Japan?

Student: Mount Fuji is an extinct volcano

Student: It's a group of Islands.

Me: Yes, just like the state of Hawaii (which we have already covered)

Student: It has mountains with snow

Student: They wear kimonos

Me: Yes. But remember the kimonos are very beautiful and used for ceremonial purposes. (I refer to pictures of several very elaborate kimonos.) (Then I realize most of them won't know what ceremonial means. So I try to explain.) They don't wear them every day. It's for special occasions. Kind of like we wouldn't wear a ball gown to school, but would use it to go to a party when you go out at night. (The little girls all nod. They get it.)

6 year old boy in a very emphatic voice: Yeah!! You gotta cover your privates when you go out! (And he involuntarily does the male thing -- grabs his crotch!)

For just a second, I just stare. The little girls start to giggle. Then I get it. A BALL gown. Sure. A BALL gown to cover your privates!!!!!

So this morning I reminded my husband, "Don't forget your ball gown before you leave today!"