A few years ago the spuds started to learn some 'special' words. In order to curtail this inappropriate communication we started charging them a quarter for each offense. As their pocket change dwindled and the quarter jar filled they started to get the hang of it. After a time, a simple reprimand of 'quarter' was all it took to get them to straighten up and fly right.

Lately they have taken to shorthand. When they wish to be inappropriate they just say things like 'you quarter' or 'quarter, quarter, quarter!' One truly irate spud yelled 'a buck fifty' the other day. I guess it is better than the alternative.