Category: Conversations with Colin

Me: “Colin, how about we go to the school parking lot this weekend and teach you how to ride a bike. You know, like how

Erin to Dan: “You’re the best dad ever.” Dan to Erin: “You’re the best daughter ever.” Erin to me: “You’re the best mommy ever.” Me

Me: “Colin, are you done with your bath yet?” Colin: “No. I haven’t washed my hair.” Me: “Why not? You’ve been in there long enough

This past weekend Colin walked up to Dan and said, “A pulley is a simple machine that helps you lift heavy objects.” And then he walked

While driving to school last Friday, I was telling Erin and Colin about my plans for the day. Among other things, I explained that I

We just completed the first full week of school. It’s been a LONG week filled with grumpy mornings, cranky afternoons, and homework tantrums. As I

While kissing Colin good-night last night: Me: “What are you most looking forward to at school tomorrow?” Colin: “That it’s one day closer to Saturday.”

So Dan and I are enjoying our Saturday: building legos (yes, we really do this), drinking beer, and eating leftover pizza. The kids are reading

Colin: “Mom, in baby making, three’s a crowd.” Me: “Mmmm-hmmm… Wait. WHAT?!” Colin: “In baby making, three’s a crowd.” Me: “Ummm, I’m not sure what

While I’m sitting at the kitchen table, Colin comes running up to me, sobbing uncontrollably, holding his butt, and running from the dog: Me: “What

During bathtime: Me: “Colin, did you wash your privates?” Colin: (crying) “NOOOOOOOO.” Me: “Why not?” Colin: “I don’t wanna touch my penis!”   Hmmmm, I