Thursday, May 3, 2012

stop acting your age!

Dearest Julianna,

I am just sending a note to let you know that what you are doing is driving me crazy. Your joy in life is starting to make my life difficult. I have compiled a list of things that you think are wildly funny that shouldn't be.

1. When your parents request that you do something and you completely ignore them, it's not funny.

2. When you are put in time out for ignoring a parent, it's not funny.

3. When a grown-up becomes frustrated and angry with you when you are making poor choices, it is not funny.

4. When an adult becomes so frustrated with your poor choices that they begin to raise their voice when speaking to you, it's not funny.

5. When you are caught sneaking candy and eating it behind the furniture, it's not funny.

6. When your toys are taken away because you refuse to put them away, it's not funny.

7. When you kick and scream when it's time to put your seat belt on, it's not funny. Especially when we are late getting out the door.

8. When you run away and laugh wildly when your parents are giving you instructions, it's not funny.

9. When you play with your food at dinner or spit your drink out while we are eating, it's not funny.

10. When you get out of bed 1,000,000,000 times every night because you have one more thing to tell Mommy, it's not funny.




That being said, it is funny when you read books to yourself. It is also fun when you follow directions so that we can do fun things together. You are so funny when you tell a story or get excited about seeing Daddy come home from work. We love when you kiss us and hug us and show us how happy you are. We think it is so funny when you mispronounce words or get tongue-tied. We love watching you learn something new, help us cook in the kitchen and take care of your babies.

You are the most joyful person. But please, with all that I am, please, stop finding joy in torturing your parents.

Much love,
Mommy

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