SHHHH!!!

After breakfast this morning, Hillary and Claire decided to cuddle up on the living room couch with their blankies. We sat there for a few minutes talking about what we'd be doing today and what they wanted to wear, etc. Then Hillary suggested that she and Claire play the quiet game. Claire quickly agreed and I just smiled! "This ought to last a good 30 seconds," I thought to myself. I decided to move into the kitchen and get some things done but be within earshot to see what would happen. FORTY-FIVE minutes later they were still sitting there, staring at each other and still snuggled under their blankets in complete SILENCE!! I don't really know who cracked first because as soon as I went upstairs the game was over. I suppose I should suggest they play more often!

New Rules at Our House

1. You must wait until Mom has just sat down before you need her to do something for you.

2. If Mom is eating, you must ask her to share it with you. It does not matter that it's one of the few things she can tolerate digesting....she'll be eating again in a half hour or so, in which case you can share again.

3. If Mom has just thrown up, you must take advantage of the opportunity to ask for something you really want. After all, there is only about a 15 minute window while she doesn't feel nauseous.

4. While Mom is laying down supposedly resting, you must not ask for anything.....unless you need a drink, a snack, to watch a movie, to play with a friend, help opening a door, help finding your shoes or jacket or socks, toilet paper in the bathroom, etc.

5. Hugs and kisses are still acceptable at anytime.