On Being Calm
Today I was trying to get E, the 3 year old to settle down for his nap. He has been sick on and off for a week, nearly, and I took him to the Dr. today because he had a nagging cough. So, of course he is wheezing and needs to sleep now.
Me: E, you need to calm down.
E: No, I need to CALM UP.
Me: (exasperated sigh.)
E: Let’s go to sleep, Mommy.

Sounds good to me.