Quotes

We were reading one of Emmie's blue folder books and came across the word slavery.  Emmie had an idea of what slavery was, but Eric and I further explained it:

"So Eric would have been a slave since he has dark skin?"

Mom found candy cigarettes in a specialty candy store in MI.  Emmie took a few in her lunch.
Emmie:  Everyone thought I was actually smoking a cigarette.  I was doing it like this.  I looked like Miss Mysterious.  Oh, and no one knew what the word edible meant.

In reference to Crosley:

Eric:  Emmie, did you get her (from downstairs)?

Emmie:  Nope, she wouldn't budge.

Emmie tried to talk Mom into letting her fall asleep in their bedroom.

Emmie:  But my computer is in my room and that's a distraction.

Mom:  How about you put the computer up so you won't watch it?

Emmie:  I would, but it's such an edition (or addition).

Mom:  Do you mean addiction?

Emmie:  Yeah, it's like TV.  It's so addicting.  It's hard not to watch.

Emmie lost a tooth at school:

"I had a feeling it was going to come out today.  When I woke up, I was like, time to start another boring old day, but then it turned out to be awesome."

I wouldn't give Emmie a sugary dessert one evening.  I eventually agreed to cut her an apple:
"Thanks Mom.  You can be so frustrating sometimes, and other times the best.  Most of the time you're the best."

Office Space

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Pancake Hat

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Artwork

Pierce Bowling Party

Emmie, and her classmates, won a school party at the Bowling Alley!

Emmie is second from the Left.

More than Gold!

Dawson's Birthday

Amber (Dawson's Mom) asked in advance if Emmie would be okay being the only girl there since Dawson didn't invite any other girls.  Emmie was not concerned in the least.

10-12 boys + Emmie at AirFX!

Lounging

Only in Iowa....

Emmie spent all day Saturday with Grandpa and Grandma.

When later asked about her day, "It was actually a lot of fun."

Grandpa and Emmie sought out Juicy Drop Pop (candy) at 3 different stores.  When they finally found it:

Emmie:  Oh, I just can't decide between Red and Blue.

Grandpa:  Get them both.

Emmie:  Really?  My Mom wouldn't let me do that.

Emmie later told Mom, "Grandpa is the best Grandpa I know.  He let me get both flavors of Juicy Drop Pop."

Spaghetti Benefit Dinner

Laura Birky's sorority, ASA, hosted a benefit dinner for Special Olympics.  Mom won a piece of artwork in the auction.

Emmie LOVES Megan and Tyler!

School Days

Taken from worksheets that Emmie brings home:

I don't want to be human.  I want to be a puppy.  First, they are cute.  I like when they do puppy eyes.  Next, they get pet a lot when they are pretty.  Last, they run fast when they are not tired.  These are some of the reasons puppies are better than humans.

My favorite place to go is Parlor City.  First, I see my friends there a lot.  Next, it has flavor bursts.  Last, they get it as quick as they can.  They have the best ice cream.
(apparently, Emmie has an appreciation for customer service)

What does the author think people should do and why?
(the underlined portion is what Emmie wrote to fill in the blank)
The author thinks we should help take care of the Earth because we don't?

Is a giraffe or an elephant a better animal?
My favorite animal is an elephant.  First, they can shower you.  Next, they have no predators.  Last, they can blend in.  These are some reasons that the elephant is better than the giraffe.

I am Talented

I am talented.  First, I am good at swimming.  Next, I am good at reading.  Last, I am good at games.  They are fun.

Dear Mommy,

Thank you for being the best Mom you can.  After gymnastics, can we go to Parlor City and bring the dogs?

Sincerely,
Emmie

Lovely Lane

Dawson in blue and George (from up the street) to the Left of him.

Tuesday Troubles

Emmie has been struggling to fall asleep at night.  She simply "isn't tired."  We've experimented with various routines, allowing her to listen to music, or read, etc.  She stayed up rather late on Sunday, which made for a difficult Monday morning.  Emmie was defiant and cranky to say the least; we made it out the door on time, but it wasn't fun!

After another late night Monday, Emmie would not get out of bed on Tuesday.  Eric and Mom made multiple efforts to get her going before deciding to just let her sleep.

Mom (called out):  Emmie, it is 15 minutes before we need to leave for school in order to be on time.
Mom (called out):  Emmie, it is 5 minutes before we need to leave for school in order to be on time.
Mom (called out):  Emmie, now is the time we'd leave for school in order to be on time.
Mom:  Emmie, you're 15 minutes late to school right now.
Emmie:  Why didn't you tell me?
Mom:  We did.  What would you like for breakfast?
Emmie:  I promised Eric that I'd have sunny side eggs.
Mom:  He left for work a long time ago.
Emmie (in a tone of understanding and gratitude):  How about frosted flakes with no milk so I can eat them in the car?
Mom:  Good idea.  Would you like to pack your lunch, or would you like my help?
Emmie:  Could you do it for me?

On the way to school,
Emmie:  What if I get a tally mark for being late?
Mom:  You will get a tally mark.  You're late.
Emmie:  What's my reason?
Mom:  I suppose the ultimate reason is that you didn't go to sleep on time, and thus, couldn't get yourself out of bed this morning.

I am very proud of how Emmie handled the situation.  She showed courage in the office and took accountability.  She signed herself in and wrote the reason for her being late:  overslept.

Emmie came home with this worksheet:  Today is going to be the worst day ever.  First, I slept in.  Next, I stubbed my toe.  Last, I was squished on the carpet.  Today is going to be a horrible no good very bad day.

Bathroom Talk

En route to see Dad, Mom and Emmie had a long bathroom break at a gas station.

Mom:  Are you going 1, 2 or 3?
Emmie:  While I'm already peeing and you can hear that, so I can only be going 1 or 3, not 2.

While squatting:
"I don't feel good.  I feel like I'm going to throw up.  If I stand up, I'll poop on the floor and that would be embarrassing, but if I don't stand up, I'll throw up on myself.  What do I do?"