My oldest son Jacob (age 14) was reflecting on his little brother Ben (age 9).

“You know, if what some of Ben says was not so funny, it would be kind of stupid.” (Not sure if that qualifies as a compliment, but that’s beside the point.)

Yes, son, that skill will serve Ben well in life.  Just look how far it has taken me. (Oh and yes, we’ll take it as a compliment.  I have learned that is the happiest path.)