Kiddie Kwote-Earth

Tonight after dinner, Juliet gave me a big hug and said:

Juliet: Mommy, I love you. On. the. earth.

I don't know what on. the. earth. means, but I'll take it.

Kiddie Kwote-Freeze

I was debating on whether to post this one or not, after a day, I decided to just do it because 1) It's Zoey and 2) It wouldn't be funny next year.

My kids love Dora the Explorer and Go Diego Go! On Go Diego Go, there are these two monkeys that cause trouble for Diego, kind of like Swiper on Dora, anyway, when you see these two monkeys, you're supposed to say, "Freeze, Bo Bos!"

So, we were teaching Zoey how to say, "Freeze, Bo Bos!" This is what she ended up saying:

Zoey: "Freeze, Butt!"

She still can't say Bo Bos. So, I think we're going to hold off on teaching her that until she says it the right way. However, I think Juliet is trying to teach her behind my back.

Kiddie Kwote-Crazy

We were driving in the car and Juliet kept interrupting Amel's and my conversation, so after a while whenever she would ask Amel a question, he would answer with a "MmmHmm." For those of you who are parents, you know how that is. Anyway, Juliet likes real answers, so after a few "MmmHmm's" from Amel she said:

Juliet: Daddy, stop saying, MmmHmm, you make me drive crazy!
Me: What? Your dad's driving crazy? Which doesn't make sense because Amel drives below the speed limit.
Ricky: His sisters' translator said: "No, she means, you're driving her crazy."

Oh...

Apple Cider Vinegar

This is a little embarrasing, but I'm going to post it anyway because I think it's important to know. Anyway, I've been having problems with an upset stomach lately and Pepto Bismol, Maalox, Tums, etc. just have not been working for me. So, I decided to go on the internet to find a home remedy cure for it. I forgot what website it was, but it was a forum-like site and people from all over the world would give their natural cures for this problem.

So, several people kept mentioning apple cider vinegar. They suggested taking one tablespoon, straight up. It would burn going to down, but after that, it's instant relief. Well, my problem was really bad last night and I FINALLY decided to give it a try. I have to say that I was too chicken to take it straight up, so I mixed it in with some hot water. After a couple of sips, I instantly felt better.

I just wanted to share this bit of information with you all. I hope you don't have to experience this as often as I do, but if you ever do, give this a try.

GOLDEN NUGGET: Knowing that you don't have to pay a lot of money to cure certain ailments. The little bottle of apple cider vinegar I bought was $1.32! Also, that if you do your research, you can use items you have on hand that are probably better for you than putting unknown chemicals in your body. Just a thought!

Kiddie Kwote-Wallet

The Tahoe quote reminded of one that Ricky said when he was three or four years old. We were on our way to the church building and it was night time. We saw a man crossing the street.

Ricky: Mommy, why is that man walking?
Me: Well, maybe he doesn't have a car.
Ricky: Why doesn't he have a car?
Me: Well, maybe he doesn't have enough money to buy a car, that's why he has to walk.

He was quiet for a few minutes...that's usually how I can tell my kids are thinking. After a minute or so, here's what he said:

Ricky: Sooo....he's walking at night without a wallet?

Really, I can't make this stuff up!

Kiddie Kwote-Dadda

Ricky and Juliet like to get rough with each other sometimes. Juliet recently got a pair of Socker Boppers (inflateable boxing gloves) for her birthday and they both just love them. Usually, they get one each and go at each other for a few minutes. But here's what happened yesterday:

Ricky: Here, Juliet, you can wear both of them and then try to hit me.

Juliet puts them on and with a big smile on her face, looks at Ricky and says, "Oh yeah, come to Dadda."

Where in the world did she get that from? I'm telling you, my kids make me chuckle every day.

Happy Birthday, Angelo Jr.!

In honor of his birthday, this post is dedicated to my brother, Angelo. Unfortunately, he is my real, biological brother. (J/K) I can't remember my first memory of him because I've known him all my life. I can't even begin to tell you all the funny moments I've had with him because there are many, trust me.

Let's see, some things you might not know about him is that he was born in Italy. We didn't have the best relationship growing up, we used to fist fight almost everyday until he turned 17 because by then he was taller and bigger than me. He is the funniest guy I know, he used to be the funniest person I know but my kids are giving him a run for his money. When he was in elementary school, he used to wear this blue shirt with an eagle on the front everyday after school. Needless to say, a lot of our fights started because I would tease him about how he smelled. : ) And he's naturally good at all sorts of sports.

All kidding aside, I now enjoy spending time with him and his family. He is a loving and devoted husband and father and I am proud of him. So, Jun (you can only call him that if you've known him for at least 10 years, Rose can't even call him that yet), may God bless you with a wonderful birthday and may He continue to cause you to grow in a closer, more meaningful life with Him as the years go by.

I love you, little brother, but only on your birthday and holidays! (Inside joke.)