January 22, 2010

moth.er (muTHer) n. : 1. A woman who possesses the ability to memorize small phrases or commands; 2. one having the capability to repeat directions, reminders and/or reprimands over and over and over again; 3. one who is able to master patience and control; 4. tolerates repetition; 5. a woman who maintains sanity and is determined not to inflict bodily injury upon others or self, regardless of constant state of repetition.

Brush your teeth.
Keep your hands to yourself.
Have you washed your hair yet?
Quickly, please!
Put your clothes in the laundry.
You are going to miss the bus!
Put the Wii remotes away.
Put your shoes in the shoe basket.
That's enough water!
You get what you get and don't throw a fit.
Clear your plate.
Share.
I'm going to set the timer.
Come up and let me do your hair.
Turn off the TV.
I'm going to count to three.
Three more bites.
Use your manners.
Have you done your chores yet?
Stop fighting!
Remember to wash your hands.
Buckle up.
Please don't splash water on the floor.
If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all.
Did you flush?
Be nice to your sister.
Time for pajamas.
Remember to say your prayers.
Go get back in bed.
Go to bed.
Please go to bed.
love you.
I love you.
I love you.

~Sandy