When it’s just me and Chili Jr., we like to indulge ourselves with a little Chik-Fil-A. This year we are particularly happy because there is a little boy in Chili Jr.’s class whose dad owns a CFA franchise. Guess what we get for Christmas and Valentine’s? Yeah, baby. Jackpot.
Last night, Chili Jr. and I were our own version of golf widows since Husband and Max were out practicing for the evening. We decided we were in need of a little Chik-Fil-A because it had been all of two days since we’d had it.
These outings with just one child are some of my favorties because I really can focus on what that child is telling me and we can truly laugh together. There is something about being one-on-one that encourages us to really connect. Last night I loved two things that Chili Jr. did. So much so that I have to share them.
- It’s allergy season here in Oklahoma and those darn Pear trees are wreaking havoc on my kids’ sinuses. Chili Jr. quickly covered her face with her arm so she could sneeze into her elbow instead of on her (and my) chicken and fries. She only sneezed once. Her response? “OH! Only one! Well, that’s a treat!” I’m telling you, friends, that’s how she rolls. She can almost always find something positive in things other people dismiss. It’s a gift.
- “Hey, Mom,” Chili Jr. said nonchalantly (which is when I should have realized I was in trouble.) “Yes?” I replied. “I can make Chik-Fil-A into a flirt. Listen: Hey chick! (pause) You’re a filet.” Which was accompanied by a wink and a double hand-gun point. I wish I were kidding. I also wish I hadn’t doubled over laughing and almost spurted tea out my nose. Yes, sure, for the obvious parenting reasons, but also because it was just plain embarrassing. Who spurts tea out their nose in public?
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Bwahahaha Chili Jr, love the joke!!!!
Ok, srsly, I’ve been saying “well, that’s a treat” in my head over and over since I read this today. And cracking up each time.
Good times. It’s times like those that we realize that even if they weren’ t our kid, we’d still like ‘em.
Chili Jr. has certainly earned her title.
YOU are SO right about the one on one time….and the “gift” she has for being positive! She is a treat herself! And so are you!