Dinner & thoughts -- a mommy post

If Emily had control of the world, she would happily eat string cheese 3-5 times per day. Her daughter-of-a-dietitian mother doesn't allow that, but it doesn't stop Emily from asking for string cheese on a regular basis.

-Before dinner
-On the way to school (Did you pack it in my lunch mommy?)
-At snack time
-Etc.

She has definitely NOT inherited any food snob genes from me. If you ask her where she wants to go for dinner, she'll answer "The taco place" or "J&R's" (the local dive bar -- actually, the only restaurant in Lithopolis where you can order pizza, subs and traditional "fried fare" - and yes, I am slightly mortified that a 3-year-old would know the name of a bar). However, she loves to help in the kitchen, so I know her culinary skills will lead to a refined palate one day... For now, we don't eat out a ton, but those are always her top two suggestions. It's kind of funny.

Sunday we watched the "Green Packers" on TV and she was cheering loudly, knowing that's "Grandpa's team!" She asked for 'cado dip (guacamole) during the game, so she helped me make it. We had our green dip in green ramekins while cheering on the green guys. It was fun.

Emily is a master manipulator - especially when it comes to mommy. Daddy and Grandma Poppins have both recently reminded me that Emily needs to be the kid, not the mom. Who knew this mommy thing was so much mental work?!

Sunday night we went to the ER and Em has a second ear infection -- the last one was just a month ago. She's already on the mend, but this one had her in inconsolable tears. I'm sure the people on the other side of the ER curtains were wondering what was wrong, as she was moaning and sobbing. Poor little bean. I foresee a possible trip to the ENT in our future.

Daddy has been in Qatar since the day after Christmas. This morning I told her he would be home in just 12 days. You should've seen her dance. You see, Emily loves her daddy more than anything else on earth. It is so special to see her face light up when he calls or sends postcards. They have a wonderful relationship and I am so incredibly blessed to witness it. Can't wait till he comes home.......