Friday, January 28, 2011

Stuff That My Kids Say

I have 2 teen daughters, well 1 teen and one almost teen. Kate is the oldest at 14 and a half. That half is VERY important. It is halfway closer to getting that golden driver's permit. Sometimes we think she is going to be mature enough to get one. That her brain is not pouring out of her ears with some of the things she does and more importantly says.

I think we may have to wait on the driving permit if this is the way she is thinking.


This is our mantel. I bought this letter B before Christmas. It has been setting on our mantel since before Christmas. I've had people comment it on it. Ask me where I got it. You would think it wouldn't be a big deal. That everyone in the family would have noticed it. Right?
WRONG?
Katie just noticed it last week. We are sitting on the couch when she suddenly looks at the mantel and says:

"Oh, Mom, you got one of those letter thingys."

"Yeah, Kate. Thanks for noticing. We got it before Christmas. You're just now noticing? "

"It's been there the whole time?!"

"Yes. Everyday and twice on Sunday."

"Oh.....(long pause while she is still staring at the big B on the mantel)

I'm thinking the long pause is because she is looking at the pictures next to the B.

Nope. This jem comes out of her mouth.

"That's cool. But what does the B stand for?"

"Are you being serious Kate or are you joking with me?"

"Seriously, Mom. What does it stand for?"

By this time I didn't know if I should start laughing my butt off or start crying.

"Katie, what letter does our last name start with?"

Another  pause. Then the lightbulb went off.

"Ohhhhhh. That's cool." She went back to texting.

"What did you think it meant?"

"I thought maybe it stood for Bible."

"Really Kate, and the Joneses just have a J for Jesus."

"They could if they wanted."


Yes, ladies and gentlemen. This is our future generation.


*wow, looking at the picture. I think I need to clean those mirrors. **

13 comments:

Be Thou Exalted said...

Love it! (Thanks for stopping by my blog.)

Perfectly Imperfect said...

Hi Jen! I am now following you, it sounds like we have a lot in common! As I was reading your post I couldn't help thinking that Ari would have said the exact same thing as Kate! Wow! Isn't it amazing the things that come out of their mouths. I can't wait to read more and get to know you!

****Veteran Military Wife at Life Lessons of a Military Wife**** said...

Is this what I have to look forward to with boys? They are almost the age of your girls...hmmmm....thanks for stopping by during the Bloghop! I enjoyed meeting all the lovely spouses!

Anonymous said...

Haha! Oooooh. My.

Thanks for the comment -- I can't wait to read more!

Anonymous said...

LOL omg I love it, my daughters 18 and this reminded me of OH so many moments where I wondered if she was serious?? hehe. Glad you liked the recipes, I'm linking in. Have a wonderful weekend!

Heather said...

That is so like my son, but he is only 9. One time we pulled into the Wal-Mart parking lot and he said "What is this store called again?" Save Me!!

Jennifer said...

Laughing with you. I enjoy my growing kids, too. I stopped by from the blizzard blog hop.

Sespi said...

LOL! That sounds like my husband... one of the most unobservant people in the world. He told me he liked my sweater the other day and asked if it was new. Nope, bought it a year and a half ago and wear it ALL THE TIME.

Unknown said...

Oh my goodness. This post was the best thing I have read yet today. I love it!
Thanks for stopping by during the Blizzard Blog Hop. Following you now. If you arent already following me, I would love it if you return the favor.

MOMMETIME said...

I guess the stuff 'they' say will entertain us for years to come! Oh, btw...I love the name of your blog.
Amy @ http://mommetime.com/

Always Kara said...

Thanks for following. Returning the love!

Beckie said...

This made me laugh :)

Nolie said...

LMAO That is awesome.