How Many Times?

I frown, "How many times do I have to tell you not to jump on the bed?"
She grins, "Mama, jump with me!"

I give The Look, "How many times do I have to ask you to chew with your mouth closed?"
She licks her lips, "I can't make my mouth stay closed when the food is delicious."

I sigh, "How many times do I have to remind you not to drum on the table?"
She shrugs, "But Daddy says I'm "an Erin girl for rhythm"?

I yawn, "How many times are you going to go to the bathroom before you settle down in bed?"
She wraps her arms around my neck and says, "How many times can I kiss your face before the sun comes up tomorrow?"

She's my kryptonite.

Sally Bacchetta - Freelance Writer
Freelance Writer
Parenting
Motherhood

My Complex Electra

At breakfast this morning:

"Oh, Daddy, you look beautiful! I like your shirt and your belt and your pants. You're beautiful, Daddy (stroking his face). You look like a doll. A Daddy doll."

Turns and gives me the once over, then "Mama, you can't wear that to my school. That's not beautiful. No way."

Sally Bacchetta - Freelance Writer
Freelance Writer
Parenting
Motherhood

Bedtime Prayer

Dear God,
Thank you for... I had a great day today.
I love you, God, and I like you very much.
I know you always love me and I will be your friend forever.
I hope you have a good sleep, so you don't be crabby tomorrow.
Good night, God.

Sally Bacchetta - Freelance Writer
Freelance Writer
Parenting
Motherhood