Attack of the Killer Moths

The boys spotted a moth in their room at bedtime and went into panic mode.  They both refused to go into their room or sleep in their own beds.  I told them a moth would not hurt them but they insisted it could fly down their throat while they were sleeping and choke them.  The moth was located and disposed of but the boys still refused to enter their room stating that there could be other bugs in there.  Nothing I said could convince them they were safe from bugs.  Jay had a complete meltdown.  I finally caved in and let them sleep in my bed.

Christmas Coal

Owen came to me before Christmas and said, "I don't really care if I'm on the naughty list. I can do anything with that coal, paint on it, play with it. The only think I want for Christmas is lots of coal so I can make a snowman."

My Kid Eats Paste

Owen's homework involved coloring, cutting, and pasting. He ate the glue stick instead.

Elf On A Shelf

We debated trying the Elf on a Shelf to encourage the boys to behave until Christmas. We decided against it. Owen still managed to convince Jay that there was an Elf on the shelf in their closet. This led to sightings by Jay of a "bloody man" and a declaration that the Christmas tree ornaments were staring at him. Needless to say, their behavior did not improve and they had trouble sleeping.

Baby Sister?

Owen came to me the other day and told me he and Jay had discussed this. They want us to adopt them a baby sister. When I asked why, he said, "Because we don't have one."

Children Should Not Play Ball in the House

Jay was told not to kick the soccer ball inside the house. His excuse for breaking the vase: Owen embarrassed him into dropping the ball.

Why Children Should Not Play