What’d he say Monday?
This week Sam said what I’ve been dreading for quite some time: “I want a doggie.” Oh boy. And of course I can’t help but consider it. I’m in trouble.
It’s all because we’ve been reading that Pretzel book about the dachshunds. And tonight when we started reading it he said again, “I wish I had a doggie.” To which I responded, “One day we’ll get you a dog, when you’re older.”
To which he said, “We get one at May?” Obviously he has retained the information that his birthday is in May and at such time he will be getting things that I have been putting off.
I hope I can hold out beyond May. Two kids, two cats and a dog? I don’t think so. I may need to be reminded though because I don’t think I can stand up to many more, “I love Pretzel; I wish I had a doggie”s.
Labels: Birthdays, Talking, The Big One
Let me remind you just about the two kids part. Dogs- especially new ones- are almost MORE work than a newborn! We were thinking about another dog and instead decided on a BABY! (Something like that.) I speak as a former dog owner and parent of children. But, they are loveable, so it’s all on you!
Steph
Comment by Adventures In Babywearing — March 4, 2008 @ 7:10 am
Dogs are babies that never grow up. EVER. They are toddlers for 7-9 years, then they’re like elderly people: slower, sicker and grumpier.
Comment by tracey — March 5, 2008 @ 9:05 am
Maybe you should read some more cat books. There have to be cool cat books. Then he can be reminded what great pets cats can be. And you can put off getting a dog.
Comment by Mama D — March 5, 2008 @ 9:06 am
Beth. That’s just WEIRD about the comment thingy on my blog! I haven’t heard of anyone else having problems… To be honest, I’d have NO. Clue. what to do to fix it. I’m sorry!!! Glad you’re still around!
Comment by tracey — March 5, 2008 @ 9:46 am