I always knew I would want kids one day. I figured what better way to have someone bring me a soda from the fridge or take care of me as I got older. I figured I’d love on them so much that they never wanted to put me in a nursing home, and was eager to have someone else who could change the catbox.
I was in for a suprise when my first baby came out requiring so much attention, and she never once offered to wash her own bottles or onsies. If anything she just demanded more for me to do, and she couldn’t even ask with words. She just cried. And cried. Then she cried some more.
But fast forward a couple of years and she discovered what words were. In fact she used a lot of them, and I found out an extra little something I never bargained for with parenting. The conversation. She started talking and she hasn’t stopped since. My baby girl is now four, and I am daily amazed at the stuff that comes out of her mouth. I started keeping a record, and decided to share her wisdom with the world. You’re welcome.
- Spoken with pride, “Guess what Mom? On my next birthday I’m gonna be a whole hand.”
- While watching television a commercial for the NoNo hair removal system came on. My four year old grabbed my head, directing my attention from my phone to the TV, and said, “Mom, I think you of all people really need to see this!”
- Out of nowhere, “When I grow up I wanna be a ballerina, a pizza maker, a hair cutter, a dentist, and a rocking star. Oh, and a kid too.” Yes, we can’t forget that one.
- Very matter of fact, “It’s never too early to start preparing for kindergarten.”
- When discussing our neighbor who lives across the street, “I want to marry Luke cause he’s not my cousin.”
- She runs quickly into the kitchen and asks, “Are you eighteen years or older? I’m looking for somebody to order me a Snuggie.”
- When I asked her if she wanted a sister or a brother when/if I got pregnant again. “A boy. Every dog needs a boy.” Unplussed I asked her, “What should we name him? To which she quickly replied, “Robbie. But if it’s a girl then name her Whisper.”
- On the subject of technology. “People don’t call them iPads anymore Mom! They’re tablets.”
- Sometimes she’s a little emotional like her mom. Yesterday she cried in the public restroom because the air dryer did not completely dry her hands. I can relate.
- But she knows what she wants out of life. “I don’t like princesses anymore. I like ponies now. Cause I’m four.”
- And she’s aware of her interests and hobbies. I asked in exasperation the other day, “is aggravating your sister your favorite thing or something?!” Without missing a beat she replied, “No. My favorite thing is watching girls open Easter eggs.”
- On the subject of future goals. “Does dentist college take longer than haircutter college?”
- She knows how to build my confidence. When I walked into the room after getting ready, “Hey Mom, you may wanna go look in the mirror and see if anything is outta place.”
- She’s always got the best ideas for what to do. “On our next holiday can we go dig for dinosaur bones?”
- On the subject of death and dying. “When I grow up can you give me your van before you die?”
- On the way to church last night she thought to grab her own cup, and when I noticed this she replied, “Yeah, I figured you’d need me to get my own drink. I know when we get to church you’ll be too busy playing with your Bible.”
- Upon waking she asked me, “Mom, did Dad bring home pizza last night?” I answered, “No. Remember we had chicken?” Perplexed she mused, “Then why does my breath smell like I ate pizza?”
- Her little sister is in her terrible twos. This morning she was full-on, falling apart mode, and being a great parent I opted for bribery. I asked pleasantly, “Who wants to go to McDonald’s?” And I asked the toddler, “What do you want from Donald’s house?” But before she could reply my four year old answered for her. “She wants a Whiny Meal.”
- After I explain to her, “I know! It was like that when I was a kid too!” She responds, “Well, that was so long ago I thought maybe you forgot.”
Yep, there’s definitely never a dull moment around here. Not a quiet one either. Lucky for me the youngest one has started to really converse too, so I’ll always have entertainment if the power goes out. Plus the four year old can get me a Diet Coke from the kitchen now whenever I ask. So really it’s a win, win for me any way you look at it.
Denise says
Lucky you!! I believe that our children is the best “investment” we could ever make for ourselves. My four blessings are my greatest joy in life.. With my love of God first!!
brieann.rn@gmail.com says
I agree!
Chasity says
Read this one aloud, and Dan and I both had a good laugh. 🙂
brieann.rn@gmail.com says
Glad I could supply a few chuckles!