Scene:  Everyone in the house has just eaten a delicious meal that I prepared.  John is on the couch watching TV, Archer is playing with the tupperware in the drawer by my feet, and Jackson is playing Super Mario World on John’s old Super Nintendo.  I am doing dishes, wiping down counters, cleaning the high chair tray, and trying to keep Archers fingers from getting smashed in the drawer.

Jackson:  Hey Mommy, can you come help me with my game?

Me:  Not right now, I’m finishing up cleaning the kitchen.  Can you ask Daddy to help you?

Jackson:  But, Daddy is on the couch watching his show.

Me:  Oh, well then, just give me a minute.  (In my head, “Well, we wouldn’t want to disturb Daddy while he’s relaxing on the couch, now we would we?!?!?!)

1. John Says:
   January 26th, 2010 at 2:07 pm

   I think this is called good parenting on the father’s part. :)

2. Mama Kate Says:
   January 26th, 2010 at 2:11 pm

   Or lazy parenting. However you want to look at it.

   Love ya!