Reason #64136578 That She's My Favorite
I am 98.6% evil, so I decided to torment Alexis with some questions about Santa. Specifically, I decided to ask her what she would do if he didn't come through and deliver the thing that she has requested. Given that she has flipped her lid any time we have threatened to call Santa and tell him to put her on the Naughty List, I was expecting some fun (for me) drama. She is REALLY committed to getting that American Girl doll.
As I worded the question, she looked at me carefully and then sighed loudly. Her face pinched up a little like this:
I tried to contain my laughter as I relished those moments of pained thought. But then Alexis' face relaxed as she continued to ponder my question. A few moments later, she finally said, "If Santa doesn't bring me an American Girl, I'll try really hard to be brave."
"You'll try to be brave?" I asked, my heart obviously swelling with pride.
"Yeah, I'll be brave," she repeated. "He might need to give it to one of the kids who doesn't have any toys."
We're doing something right.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Reader Comments (27)
Oh boy... you are definitely doing something right. What a sweetheart. She's wise beyond her years.
You most certainly are doing something right! She is absolutely amazing and you are an inspiration!
And that's the reason she is one of my favorites too. You have an amazing little girl on your hands.
fabulous! Great Answer Alexis!!! btw, love the AG ad on the side now, and great Bokah!!
@Ginger--I have nothing to do with the AG ad. It's total randomness at work. It kinda freaks me out, to be honest.
One awesome girl you have there!
Oh yes! You are doing many things right! I have a seven-year-old, and she's 'getting it' too. We really care for people. Great job mom!
Oh, awesome, I just knew you doing fine indulging the desire! And you are evil, btw, torturing the poor child. (I do the same thing.)
Wow.
Seems to me you're doing everything right.
{even if it's on the evil-spirited side!}
How cute! I think we underestimate kids sometimes. My 3 year old told us she only wants bunny slippers (thanks llbean) and a doll. We asked what would happen if he brought more. She said she would be sad because she has enough.
Game, set and match to the Small One.
Are any of us surprised at how awesome A is? Nope, just look how awesome her mom is. The apple does not fall far my dear.
Oh, how I like that kid!!
And now I'm a little misty. Thanks for the spirit of the season reminder, Alexis.
That is so perfect. Isn't it just like an innocent child to knock your legs right out from under you when you're trying to trick them into being a brat??
That was seriously lovely. Kids. They're just full of surprises, aren't they?
She rocks!!! And so do you.
Must be Mr. H's influence. ;)
She is one smart girl :)
And my heart just melted into a huge puddle all over the floor. You are definitely doing something right. Beautiful.
Wow. You are definitely doing a lot right. That's one special little lady!
That is amazing. I can only hope one day when I have a child of my own that they can understand the same concept.
Dang, I love that kid. Give her an extra hug from me.
Also, aren't you really super glad that you DID get her the American Girl doll? If she doesn't deserve it, who does?
Just reason #64136578 that you're my favorite. The evil and the good job and the general awesome.
Amazing! What a great kid!
You are evil! But keep doing what you're doing because that is a one in a million answer there. You are definitely doing something right.
*tear*
DEFINITELY doing something right. I hope Santa put something just as awesome under the tree for you and the Husband because that there? is ALL you two.