An Awkward Compliment Gone Wrong: A TikTok Mom’s Showdown
Let’s be real – accepting compliments, especially from men, feels like navigating a minefield in high heels. Women can’t win. If we accept compliments, we’re conceited. If we politely smile, we risk more unsolicited attention, and if we ignore them, we’re flat-out rude. Who knew this spiderweb starts at just six years old?
Welcome to the tale of TikTok mom Liz Kindred. She shared a video about an awkward encounter with an older man who couldn’t just leave it at a simple compliment to her young daughter. Instead, he tried to teach her manners because, you know, since when do kids not owe you a ‘thank you’ for daring to comment on their appearance?
The Compliment That Wasn’t
Picture this: Liz was out with her six-year-old when a man turned around and said, “My goodness, you sure are pretty.” So far, so normal, right? But Liz’s daughter is both gorgeous and introverted – and let’s face it, a bit perceptive. Instead of saying thanks, she clung tighter to her mom’s leg.
Now, folks, Liz is pretty chill. She’s into a 12-step program, handling her reactions better than before. But then the guy repeated himself, “You sure are pretty. Those blue eyes!” causing her daughter to grip her tighter.
So, Liz did what any polite person hoping to end a conversation would – acknowledged his compliment with a smile and a nod. Surely that’s enough, right?
Unwanted Manners Lessons
Not for Mr. Persistent. Clearly coming from a different era, he blurted out, “I guess your mom didn’t teach you manners.” Oh, boy. Liz let out an uncomfortable noise, the kind you make when you’d rather dig a hole and disappear.
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