Things They Say

Me, after Annie's been tired and coughing a little the last few days: "How do you feel this morning, Annie?"

Annie: "I feel like braids today! Four, please."

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Jemma: "Mom, Daddy said I could have a frozen go-gurt. Can you get me one?"

Me: "I'll get you one in a minute, but while you're waiting, could you pick up these crayons you used earlier?"

Jemma: "No."

Me: "Oh, well, if you make a mess, you have to pick it up."

Jemma: "No, I make a mess and YOU pick it up!"