The mock spanking administered to a birthday boy or girl recalls a rite that has long been an integral feature of many initiation ceremonies. The "public" spanking highlights the specialness of the child and invites the child back into the fold by offering him or her luck (one to grow on) and congratulations.
Example:
A: I can hardly wait. My birthday is coming up in two more days.
B: (Jokingly) Will you still be getting your little birthday spanking to wish you luck and an extra one to grow on?
A: Get serious! Sure, Mom & Dad always pretended to "pat" my behind and tell me that I needed an extra one to grow on when I was growing up. But I'm already six feet, two inches tall. Does it look like I need to grow anymore?
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