Why I Love Madison!

This is why I love Madison:

Allie is yelling from the bathroom that she just went poopers and needs help. So, up I get and head into the bathroom to perform my fatherly duties. Out of nowhere, Madison jumps out of the hall closet and says, "Dad! Did you know I was famous?"

"No, Madi. Why are you famous?"

"George Washington had red hair, but he wore a wig!"

"So, how does that make you famous?"

In her most exasperated tone she replies, "Dad, red hair. I have red hair, so does George Washington. I'm famous!"

Before I can respond she continues, "And this boy at school had a book with all the letters of my name!"

"What?"

Once again the exasperation sets in, "M-A-D-I-S-O-N...My full name is M-A-D-I-S-O-N, Madison!"

She then follows up with the kicker. "Aren't you happy to have someone famous in the family?"

"Absolutely!"

That's why I love Madison. But it gets better...Madison has already run through this exact same story with Jenny. But she added, "Mom, don't be surprised if the newspaper lady comes by asking for someone famous. You can tell her I live here!"

Now that's why I love Madison.

Banned the Pan

Allie has taken up to name calling. As always, I blame television for these nasty habits. In this particular case, I have proof.

Rather than call me Dad or Daddy, she has decided I am now "You old cod fish."

I think she means it with love...