There is only one thing worse than an ignorant client: an ignorant web “designer/developer” who cannot read the online manual…
(hint: template tags > wp_list_pages)
So as I turn to exit and politely extend my hat(s) and a nod in your general direction, I will bid you good day, sir. And thanks for the chuckle!
There is one thing worse than stated in the above comments and that is arrogant comments from “designer/developers” that give the WordPress forum a bad name and deter people from seeking genuine help from the “so-called” pros. You should be proud of yourselves. Oh that’s right you are. Not!