Call back in 4 years

Dear Universe,

Thanks for calling. But The Princess is only 12. She is not allowed to date until she is 16. Please call back in 4 years.

Sincerely,

The Faithful Alligator

(9th grader asked her for her phone number at the bus stop today. She was smart enough to tell him she's not allowed to give it out. Not quite smart enough to NOT tell him which house is ours. She's tall -- she looks older. This is going to get interesting.)