This morning -- while Larry and David wrestled with the bicycles and came up with a VERY creative way to tie 3 of them to the top of the pop-up camper (creative in that it involved one rectangular fold-up table and LOTS of rope) -- I ran around the house, trying to clean up and ordering the younger kids around. At one point, hearing Brian and Rachel snapping at each other, I said, "Come on, guys! We're not even in the car yet. You can't possibly be on each other's nerves yet."
This statement was followed by a silence long enough that it allowed me to start congratulating myself on my superior parenting skills, getting my squabbling children to see reason like that; but then, from the front hall, came Brian's voice, low but distinct, a voice speaking out for all brothers with younger sisters, from time immemorial:
She ALWAYS gets on my nerves.
You've got a point there, buddy.
Oh, boy! Have a wonderful trip! xo
ReplyDeleteMy son would completely sympathize with your Brian. I hope the vacation goes well, with NO mosquitos and NO sibling squabblery.
ReplyDeleteI would be a basket case. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteLeaving at the crack of noon is a common occurrence in my household. I think we'd gloat with pride over an 11:15am departure!
ReplyDeleteBrian's comment is perfect. Well played, Brian.
Wishing you plenty of squabble-free moments in the coming week.
*snort* Good luck on the road.
ReplyDeleteBut did Brian's voice sound like your brother Matt?
ReplyDeleteHA! Bless his heart. And I agree with the comment above that your departure time is miraculous!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful trip :)
Classic. To be fair, Rachel sounds like a handful :)
ReplyDeleteSounds about right haha
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