Wednesday's Word

Now that I have started writing again I wanted to pick up where I left off and continue "Wednesday's Word". But as I was reviewing the conversations I'd had with the kids in recent weeks, I couldn't recall any extraordinary words. I was just about to give up when Emeline came through for me while I was making dinner.

Despicable, adjective. Deserving hatred and contempt.

Emeline's usage: "Today, a boy at my table was burping. He was doing it purposely."

"Did you think it was funny?", I ask.

"No! I think it is disgusting and despicable!", she replies.

"Despicable? What does that mean?", I inquire.

"Oh... you know!", she says her face snarled up, but with a hint of amusement shining through.