Funny Kid Stories and other happenings

Mitchell: The other day, driving in the car, somehow the kids and I started talking about how we have to be careful what kinds of things we look at, you know, the watch out for pornography talks you have with your kids. Anyhow, Mitch says, "Mom, I know what you mean. The other day when I was playing on the computer, I saw some pictures of girls in bikinis . . ." I pause here because as a mom, you know what your heart does when you hear your child say this. Did they see more than bikinis? I'm glad he's telling me now, but why not then? Anyhow, you get the idea of how my mind is running . . . So I say, "Mitch, did you see anything more than bikinis? You know to shut the computer if anything like that comes up, and then come and get me." To my utter dismay and astonishment he says, "No, it was just bikinis. They were pictures of you and your friends." Oh yes, those high school pictures from my senior year trip to St. George. The ones I left on the shelf by the computer so I could re-scrapbook them since I originally used masking tape. Nice . . . the "pornography" I was concerned with was caused by my own lack of modesty as a girl! Hmmm! At least that's all it was.

Madeline: Right before Christmas, I took Madeline on a mother/daughter trip to New York City. We had a fabulous time, and though she's only 6, I can tell its had a real impression on her. When we watch movies, she always recognizes when its set in New York City, and she gets really excited about the fact that she's been there. The other night when we watched the Tony awards, she said, "I've been to that theatre!" because it took place at Radio City Music Hall where we saw the Christmas Spectacular. We also saw 2 musicals, so she has become more interested in the theatre. Anyhow, the other day we were listening to the soundtrack from "Wicked" in the car. Madeline asked questions about what was going on in the musical and which characters were singing. When we got home, Madeline asked if she could take the CD to listen to in her room. I told her to be careful and then went back to unloading sleeping Tyler and groceries, and all those other tasks that keep mom's busy. About an hour later, I went upstairs to check on her. She was laying on her stomach, legs swaying, listening to the CD and looking at pictures from our coffee table book of Wicked, a Christmas gift from the couple whom we saw it with in NYC. Such a cute sight! And I can say, it was worth every penny to have a fellow family member grow to love the theatre as much as I do. I have a feeling we have lots of fun adventures ahead of us.

Tyler to Pete this morning: "Dad, I totally saw you on TV." (In regards to watching Pete's news interview last night).
Tyler to me several days ago: "Mom, can you fix Mr. Potato Head's junk?" I think I must have been caught a little off guard, because when I didn't answer immediately, Tyler said, "You know, his bum." Where does he get this stuff? Well, that evening, I got my answer when I heard Pete say "Tyler, stop messin' with your junk." I'm sure you know what Pete was referring to and now I know where Tyler learns most of his funny phrases. I can't blame Jake and Mitch any longer.

Funny things my kids like to say:

Madeline: "Oh snap!"
Tyler: "Oh, pickle sauce!"

All of my kids favorite restaurant, as of last night: The Sizzler. Yep, I have no idea what possessed me to agree to take them to dinner at the Sizzler. I haven't been back there since I briefly dated Rich Marstella in college, and we used to meet his parents there on Friday evenings. That's been many, many years ago, and never have I craved going back. Well, I gave in. My kids were very grateful though (a good thing because it was expensive). I kept hearing from my 3 oldest, "This is the best restaurant. This is my new favorite place to eat. Thanks mom, you're the best. This is the best food." Sheer appreciation from my not always grateful children. They ate till their stomachs hurt. Meanwhile, I made 3 trips to the bathroom with a very upset stomach! Sizzler did NOT agree with me. So kids, I'm glad you thought it was so great, but I have no intention of going back!

My sister Misty and her family are coming in town this week. Jake has a lacrosse tournament for the next three days. And I had a fabulous lunch date with my amazing friends from high school. I've been friends with Liz since kindergarten, and with Julie, Kim and Francie since junior high school. Always fun to spend time with them. So if we could just get it to warm up around her, summer is off to a nice start!