Real Advice. Real Life.

Straight-talk advice on marriage, parenting, work and the everyday crossroads of life. From a longtime wife, mom, and marketing VP who’s been there. Welcome.

On Favors

The 12 y.o.: Hey M – I *need* to talk with you.
The 9 y.o.: Is this going to have to do with cutting your hair today?
The 12 y.o.: No
The 9 y.o.: Does it have to do with Littlest Pet Shop?
The 12 y.o.: Uh, no.
The 9 y.o.: Do you want a gold dachshund on Nintendogs and Cats?
The 12 y.o.: No!
The 9 y.o.: Do you want me to jailbreak your iPhone?
{silence}

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