Just Be Yourself
The other night, as I cleaned up the kitchen, Druesy called in from the family room: “Mom? How do you get boys to like you?”
A little surprised by the question, I replied “Just be yourself!”
After a short pause, she innocently asked me “So… Then how come no boys like you?”
I guess I’m doing a good job of being opaque to my children about my “adventures” in dating. This is a good thing.
My friend Chip suggested I tell her “Honey, a LOT of boys like Mommy. Mommy is just very selective.” He’s right about the selective part, at least! Ha ha!
I can only imagine what kind of statements she makes about me when she is in class, or with friends, or with her dad!
It’s hilarious, and I love it!
The best part is her honesty. It’s kind of like the time I got new glasses and she kept giving me what I can only describe as “uncomfortable looks.” She later stated:
“Mom, you look REALLY pretty without your glasses.”
I thanked her and asked “And how do I look with them on?”
After her trademark pause, she said “Ummm… A little bit good?” (Definitely in the form of a question… Not a statement!)
What funny, well-intentioned insults have your kids sent your way?
