Those of you who know me even a little know that I am tired of having little ones. Don’t get me wrong. I adore them. I love their cuddles and the way that they think that I’m the center of the universe. At the same time, though, my nerves have just about had it. After 13 years of little ones, I want them to grow up - just a little. I’m actually only talking about the girls, 7 and 5.

This morning, while taking my shower, I was interrupted no less than 5 times EACH by my girls. “Mom, do you know where the tank is that goes with that jacket I bought at Justice?” “Kitty, what jacket?” “You know, the one I got at Justice?” “Huh? Come over here closer so that I can hear you.” Etc., etc. “Mom, can I have fruit snacks for breakfast?” “No, Jia, those are for lunches. When I get out, I’ll get you some real breakfast.” “I hate breakfast! I don’t like to eat breakfast. I don’t like to look at breakfast. I’m not going to do anything you say.” Then, whine, whine, whine…… I’m in the freakin’ shower. Do I jump out and spank her? Do I scream, “Get out of my bathroom!!!!” Do I send her to her room - good idea only she’s too tired to walk! HELP!!!

Then, as it was time to go to school (an hour late because of the snow), Kitty wasn’t ready. Shock! She’d been getting ready (supposedly) since 6:44 when she woke me up. (By the way, I NEVER woke up my mom!! NEVER!!!) I told her she’d be grounded if she made William late for school. Of course, she’s been grounded every day since Sunday and is even missing a playdate today, but all she could focus on was that William was playing, too. “Yes, Kitty, but William is ready to go!” Can I scream, “GO TO SCHOOL!!!!”

As William and Kitty were leaving for school, I reminded them that they weren’t staying for Spanish today. William doesn’t like it and usually forgets to stay anyway. Kitty likes it, but sometimes forgets to stay. I’m tired of writing a check for $82/month when they forget half the time and don’t seem to be learning anything anyway. I know that I’m supposed to be teaching them to finish what they start. In this case, I’m quitting. I asked Kitty yesterday if she wanted to continue. She thought about it and thought about it and couldn’t decide. When I told her that she wasn’t staying today, she said, “I still haven’t decided!” That’s okay. I’VE DECIDED!!! If it takes that long to decide, it’s not worth $46/month for her to go.

As I’m typing this, Jia is rubbing on my leg and pushing my chair around. Joy! I’m glad she likes me, but, “Pleeeeaaaassssseeee, leave me alone! My skin is crawling!” While wrapping her blanket around me, she’s saying over and over again, “I love you, Mom-mom. I love you with all my heart!” She’s so sweet, but I have to answer her EVERY time she says it, and I’m trying to vent right now!!

I’ve decided that I have let my girls get away with everything short of murder. Guess what? I’m done! If they have to live in their rooms when they’re not at school, that’s okay with me! It’s time for the fast track! They’re about to grow up - just a little!!!