43 cents

Things weren't going Aidan's way yesterday.  After some room banishment time, he emerged with demands for a new mom.

...and asked if I was going to move out.

I asked,  "Where should I go?"

So he went upstairs and clambered back down with a fist full of change.  Forty-three cents plus two Chuck E. Cheese coins.  "This can help you buy your own house."

I pocketed the money, swallowed my smile and the day continued.  

Later, as I was shuffling around my bedroom, he ran in, fully panicked.  "Are you packing your clothes?! I don't want you to go!" 

"No, I'm your mom forever."

He grinned wide and asked for his "moneys" back.

Comments

[Kelly]

He's so thoughtful to give you a good start to your new life. So cute! But, I'm glad he's changed his mind.

[Hilary]

such a cute story...

[Aprilyn]

You are such a good Mommy. So far my kids have not demanded a new Mommy but my 3 yr old, Marshall, has told me many times that he doesn't love me anymore. I've gotten really good at tuning him out!

[Aprilyn]

P.S. I really do love how your son asked for the money back...soo funny!

[Jill]

That's a cute story and so funny that he wanted his moneys back.

[mandy]

I think right now if Ryley could banish me, she would. The two's are in full swing right now and so we spend our days butting heads, sometimes literally.

Aidan is a cutie. It cracks me up he wanted his moneys back.

[Megan T]

Holy cow that story cracks me up! I think the chuck E cheese coins would have taken you far!
you are such a good mom to roll with the punches I would've probably started crying.

[Barb]

'A' learned a good lesson that you are there for him no matter what.

[Megan]

I think I might have actually run away!

[Mandi]

Some days are like that, huh? I know Savy's gotten in moods like that before! I love that he gave you money and then wanted it back when he knew you weren't leaving. I also could just imagine the "Aidan panic" that he would have been in running into your room!

[carlo]

wow, pizza and a new house? see, he does love you!

[Marie]

I love his panic when he thought you really were going to leave.

[JoDee]

I think on some days I would offer my children "money" to run away for awhile! I would also probably take them up on any offer I could get. I guess that is part of the fun of a teenager.

[Susan]

That is funny, but I'm with Megan, I think I would have ran away for awhile too. When my kids get like that, it is usually down hill from there until the next day.

[jenny c.]

Okay that is the best story ever. Now if only you could have caught his little face on camera in action.

[Tiffany]

I love your "forever mom" statement! Once again, your cutie says the funniest things--thanks for sharing.

[Price Cream Parlor]

I love how you handled this! Love his comment and how he had panic in his voice when he thought you were packing your clothes! Asking for his money back is classic! Love that!
Those two are blessed to have you as their Mom for sure!

[April]

Oh. I hope both of you know how lucky you are.

[Katie]

It was nice of him to try to help you out with his money, even though he was mad at the time. Very thoughtful, indeed. And the poor little guy, thinking for a second that he really had forced you out. It's sad and funny and cute all at once.

[Shanon]

That is hilarious!! I remember telling my Mom I wanted to be given up for adoption, then I listened to her phone conversation to make sure she didn't call an adoption agency. Oh the things kids say. I too love that he wanted the money back! Smart boy!

[Tammy]

That is just way too cute!

[Michelle]

I love it! Tooo cute that he even asked for his $ back! :) I need your mailing addy. Can you e-mail it to me? Azsunm@aol.com Thanks! :)

[Elizabeth]

What a character you have. I love your spt.

[Jordan]

This was the most perfect story ever. My kids are wishing for a new mom lately I'm sure (though no offers to help financially with the transfer).

[Amberly]

that is completely hilarious. what a fabulous child you have.