Quick post because there is much to do. But, there's now scientific research that demonstrates that my speaking to Nicholas in ironic tones, using sarcasm or hyperbole, is not going to confuse him, and that he may understand it sooner than we think. I would add that teaching him that I sometimes speak this way will mean two things: (a) he'll be better at understanding irony when he encounters it; and (b) he'll be better at understanding what I'm saying, since the ironic is often my mood of choice.
Anyway, the headline and link you're looking for: "Too Young for School, but Ready for Irony"
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