I don't want to & you can't make me

The other night, we were watching TV. A commercial came on that got both of the girls' attention. Olivia & Rachel both were dancing, smiling, & clapping. Then Olivia looked at me all excited, "Please Mama, Please Mama, Please Mama, Please Mama, PUH-LEEEEEZE MAAAAAMAAAA!"

I just smiled & said "maybe" - ah the perfect response for this age. Just enough to get her to stop begging. I feel somewhat guilty for giving her false hope. But when she becomes a mother, she will be able to use the same response. I know I won't be able to get away with that for much longer & plan on using it in cases just as this.

What caused the excitement?????????

I love my kids with all of my heart. It is my hope that I can give them anything & everything that they desire. However, I cannot willingly subject myself to this type of torture.

Sorry Olivia, one day when you have kids, you will understand that Mama couldn't buy you any KidzBop cd's. This is necessary for Mama to keep what little sanity she has.