Normally, I love my boy. The Boy is charming, kind, considerate and just darn cute. (Mommy is biased.)
This morning I almost killed him. Not really.
He came in at 7:55 a.m. to inform me that today was a talent show at school. No problem. The Boy can make balloon animals and all we have to do is find 2 balloons. All good.
Except The Boy informs me that he will be breaking boards.
WHAT?
Here is how the conversation went from that point on...
"Who is going to hold this board that you will be breaking?" (Me)
"You and Dad. Why are you still in your jammies?" (The Boy)
Me thinking: Umm, could it be that you didn't tell me that we were going anywhere?!
"Your dad is at work. Did you tell him?"
"No. I thought you would call him and have him come."
To save you from the rest of the whining and tears that followed, I will sum up.
No, no one over the age of 10 knew that there was a talent show.
No, The Girl and I will not be able to get ready in less than 5 minutes to go to school with The Boy.
No, having other boys in your class hold the boards for you is not the best idea.
No. Dad has a meeting and cannot come. (Yes, I did call him and ask.)
What is a mommy to do? Improvise.
Me: "Hey, why don't you show them your form. You have a great form this testing cycle and except for that one kick, it looks great."
The day is saved.
He did a good job! I love it when they don't let you in on anything until the morning of. Been there, done that. ha ha
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