So, the other day in art...Student (writing a letter) Dear President Obama, my art teacher is so mean.   Me:  Ummmmm....so what are you writing?  Student:  Nothing.  Me:  Ummmm...you know I can see your paper right?  Student:  Yes.  Me:  Then...what are you writing.  Student:  Well, I was telling the President how mean you use to be but I am getting ready to tell him how great you are.  Me:  Ummmm....but what should you be doing?  Student:  My class work.  Me:  Thank you.