The Real Grandchild Is A Whole Different Animal

(My grandmother and grandfather are visiting me and my boyfriend for the first time in our new apartment. We have also just gotten a gecko as a pet and are always excited to show off our new ‘baby.’)

Me: “Oh, hey! Do you want to meet your great grandkid?”

(Both my grandparents suddenly look extremely uncomfortable and shocked.)

Me: *not realizing*

Boyfriend: “Uh…”

Me: *realizing* “OH, MY GAWSH, NO! I meant the gecko!”