Can I tell you something?

As you all know, John loves to talk. He loves to tell stories and lecture us on all the things he knows. He has been starting every conversation lately with "Can I tell you something?" It's cute the first time, but it gets old.

"Can I tell you something? I remember when I was in the Dinosaur class and we had all that crazy weather?"

"Can I tell you something? Gillian is not sharing. I shared my toys and she never shares."

"Can I tell you something? I've been sneezing a lot. Even when I am sleeping."

"Can I tell you something? I can't sleep. It's too noisy."

"Can I tell you something? My tummy is really hot! Can I take my shirt off?"