The errant Z changes careers and industries often, which hasn't done him good over the last 10 years. He's still struggling in this world which is full of fierce competition, whether he knows that or not, in his 40s. He's never found his place in the world. Sigh.

Whether a young child has a mild temperament or not, she's quite amenable to her parents' words.

So be very careful with what you say to her or in the presence of her. And be very careful with what you shout at her, when she's pesty. :-)