Ask any kid what they want to be when they grow up, and their answers are sure to be … inventive. From the classic veterinarian to the more modern DJ, or, yes, a mailbox, they may just leave you questioning their future goals (or your parenting … or both).
Whether it's part of an assignment, or they're just asked out of the blue, all kids will answer the question at one point in their young lives. And their responses? Tend to be glorious.
Take a look at these best "dream jobs" kids have had, and prepare to giggle at their wonderful and respectable ambitions.
What do your kids want to be when they grow up?
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Admirable Work

We can certainly applaud this proud work! You go, kid!
Hacked!

Hey, he knows that busy intersection is the key here.
Attire

Keep the head warm. That's an important task.
Simple Steps

Let's think short term here. This is a significant step to take first.
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Career Change

At least they're planning their swap already and know when to get a new role.
But let's hope the vet training started… now!
Realistic

Don't we all dream of this at one point? Can't knock 'em.
THIS.

This kid. This kid, right here, has figured it out.
Everywhere, Obviously

Where will I work? Everywhere.
What will I do? Play football.
There's no place they can't play.
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Who Doesn't?

So do we, kid. So do we.
David & Albert

David might be a pyromaniac, and Albert is quite ambitious. Please tell us they're friends.
This Is Not a Joke

Don't ask questions. That's all there is to say.
Agreed!

Slurpees all day, every day!
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Professional Shopper

Well, a professional soup chef.
Important Task

At least they're helping the firefighters out there.
Indeed

We all do. This might be the most ambitious kid out of the bunch.
Just a Basketball

Not a basketball player, but a basketball, ya hear?
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Naturally

You'd get to meet a lot of people, that's for sure.
Hey, Colin...

How did you get this idea, kid? And is that rather, ahem, long-term?