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A test of fortitude. God, I hate tests.

December 9, 2010 by Mindy 7 Comments

Good morning my friends! I thought I ought to take a second to assure those of you who check in on me that I am indeed alive and well, although I suspect my blood pressure might be a skosh high. The reason for my absence and the 130/80 readingyou might ask?

His name is “Jack” and he’s currently the bane of my existence.

This four year-old sweet baby boy o’ mine is sucking me dry of all available energy and will leaving my inner engine on empty and my brain matter resembling a raisin. And not the plumped up kind. I’m talking the bargain bin, ‘oh why did I buy the generic ones’ kind.

I’ve dealt with precocious preschoolers before, mind you. But this is a horse of an entirely different color, folks. This boy is on a different level. This boy is intelligent. And he’s got my number. He runs this house with calculated expediency, his sharp mind running scenarios at warp speeds, asking himself, “How exactly can I wreak the most havoc while maintaining my adorable exterior and reminding my mother that evil hasn’t taken over every part of my being?” He thrashes through this house, destruction in his wake, earnestly asking, “Am I still a good boy?” after every diabolical incident. This little guy is an oxymoron of mass proportions. And, God help me, I love every bit of him. Even the naughty parts.

So, friendly followers, I beg your forgiveness for my absence and pray that you understand my heart is still here with this blog while my mind is otherwise occupied with various wreckage and carnage left behind by the sweet and sensitive, albeit mind-numbingly frustrating, spawn of my loins.

Wait for me.

Mindy

Filed Under: Everyday Stuff, Family Life Tagged With: Jack, preschoolers, raising kids, the suburban life

Comments

  1. Lori @ In Pursuit of Martha Points says

    December 9, 2010 at 11:06 AM

    I suggest supplemental insurance.

    You know, just in case.

    Reply
  2. Brandy says

    December 9, 2010 at 11:52 AM

    I know from experience you have plenty to write about – use it! It’ll keep you sane ๐Ÿ™‚ And we love Jack and all his naughty parts, too. As long as it’s at your house.

    Reply
  3. Angela says

    December 9, 2010 at 2:38 PM

    I’m sorry darling. I love the way you write about it, though. Hilarious!

    Reply
  4. SuziCate says

    December 9, 2010 at 4:17 PM

    I love the way you talk about Jack…oh, my goodness, have I ever been in your shoes, except I had two Jacks! I suggest good homeowners and health insurance (therapy coverage in case needed in the future) and an AFLAC insurance supplement, for him and for you! And you will so miss this stage when he outgrows it…trust me, you will!

    Reply
  5. Mindee@ourfrontdoor says

    December 10, 2010 at 8:27 AM

    I have had a four year old boy and I feel your pain. Good luck! It’ll get better in about 8 years.

    Reply
  6. Wendy says

    December 10, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    Suddenly thankful that I had girls!! Hang in there Mindy,,,thinking about you ๐Ÿ™‚
    Wendy

    Reply
  7. Tinkerschnitzel says

    December 13, 2010 at 10:04 AM

    Sweety, I feel your pain. Matthew has turned in to the Destructo Monster at my house, and he’s driving me batty. Hang in there!

    Reply

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