You might need the background story for this...
In January of 2006 (yes, nearly 2 years ago), we attempted to join the ranks of pet-owners worldwide. This grand adventure lasted only 4 days. (Keep that in mind: 4 days!)
Over the last 6 months or so Lindy has taken every opportunity to remind us that she misses Zoe and asks repeatedly if we could go visit her. Sometimes she even throws in tears and a little sniffling to add more melodrama to her requests.
So today: Lindy was assigned to give a talk in Primary next week. In the car on the way home I casually ask, "So, Lindy, what do you think you should talk about?" And, of course, she responds, "Why don't we talk about my dog we gave away?"
We're never going to live that one down. We miss you, Zoe!
Sunday, December 9, 2007
Mind Like a Steel Trap
Posted by Amy Jones at 11:19 PM
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7 comments:
4 DAYS!? What a wimp! Ha Ha! ...send her over to my house she can play with Emmy anytime...besides I have a feeling her little sister would not enjoy a furry friend!
REBA TO THE RESCUE - we'll send her right over!!! how long do you want her weeks - months?
Don't you hate it when your kids remind you of how mean you are. James has the same problem with a memory like that. Luckly, I have never attempted an animal. Good luck with that one!
We often use that same "steel trap" analogy with my boy. He was three when we moved, is nine now, and still frequently reminds us of his wanting to move back to Utah. That was SIX years ago, he needs to move on!
I'm with you on the pet thing. I'm not sure I would've lasted four days.
We don't do pets either. I have told the kids that when everyone in the house is potty trained then I need a five year break and THEN I will think about it...By then the kids should be getting close to leaving the house and they can get their own dang dog!
Hey girl,
I have your books, I read all of them and then some. I think I'm a little OCD. I will get them back soon. Thanks, I loved them all. No Joke!
I really am amazed that your sweet little Lindy could say something so direct and cutting!
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