A Conversation That Made Me Smile

I had to take Doodle for an emergency orthodontist appointment early this morning because one of her wires broke. On the way home, Doodle called Tootle, who wasn't awake yet when we left, and this is what I heard:

I love you. Let's pretend we're hugging each other over the phone.

Pause.

I said let's pretend we're hugging each other.

Pause.

Oh alright. What are you having for breakfast?

Pause.

Do you like the Frosted Flakes at home better or the ones at the hotel?

Pause.

You like the hotel ones because they come in a little box? I love you. Bye.

Doodle reported to me that Tootle told her that she loved her too, but she didn't like the idea of the virtual hug. Ten minutes later, when we got home, they had a real hug.

One More Swimming Photo to Mark the Approaching End of Summer

Phrase of the Month

The girls have a new phrase to describe their misery over the heat: "I'm hotter than a hot chicken mama." I'm not sure I fully understand it, but it is unique.

Unveiling the Final Portrait

Progression of a Portrait II

Clare Waterwash's portrait of Tootle is nearly complete; she got overrun by house guests and had to put the project aside for awhile. She plans to make the dress pale green, and I've asked her to make the hair a bit longer and lighten the eyebrows.

The County Fair

Waiting: Family FotoFun Friday Challenge

Waiting to exhale...

Waiting for the ball to drop into the net...

Waiting for mom to put down the camera and get in the pool.