We dare not say it's name

It's wonderful when your child begins to talk. It melts your heart when they say mama and daddy.

But there comes a point when you hear your child utter one word that sends fear into the heart of any parent.....one word that would make even the strongest men tremble with fear.....I dare to speak it's name even now for fear of the repercussions.......ELMO!!!!!!!

Yes, the red devil himself....with his big evil eyes and piercing voice that haunts my dreams.