Wednesday, June 8, 2011

An Open Letter To The Boys in My Household

Dear LT and The Tyke,

Allow me to take a moment to apologize for the atrocious meals I have been spending so much time preparing for you.  I am aware of what a huge disappointment it can be when I get up extra early on the weekends (after working all week) in order to make you both a special breakfast from scratch.  I should have realized that the honey whole wheat pancakes with honey butter, even when slathered in syrup and whipped cream, would still be inedible because there's no bacon, or I am forcing you to eat all of your blueberries or...ahem...you "like your mom's recipe better".

I promise that next time I make waffle batter, I will check to see if you want the strawberries IN the batter or just on top of the waffles.  Or both.  I am saddened that my earnest efforts to always include fruits and vegetables in every meal has caused such inconvenience for you both.

LT, I can't believe I didn't realize you are "not a casserole man".  I will be sure to make you a separate meal next time.  I also really do appreciate you for not waiting until the end of a meal to tell me it's not your favorite.  It's important for me to know that early on so I can be sure not to enjoy the rest of my dinner.

Tyke, I understand that it's totally unreasonable for me to require that you finish ALL of your carrots if you want dessert.  In the future, I will gladly negotiate with you when you tell me you'll just have 1 more carrot and be done. 

I am truly sorry that I have not gotten my act together yet.  Please accept my heartfelt apology along with an assurance that I will be a much better short order cook, waitress, dishwasher, mind reader, and all-around pushover in the future.

Thank you again for your tolerance and understanding,
Mel

4 comments:

Barb @ getupandplay said...

Don't you just want to scream sometimes?!

ebv said...

I laughed and cringed at the same time. Sharing cooking duties might be just what the doctor ordered....

Carolyn and Mike said...

I worship you and your wit. That is all.

Baker 'Ohana said...

You know I love you girl, and the amazing meals that you slave over. Beautiful!