AuburnChick's Adventures

This afternoon, I was reminded why I work part-time.

It’s Monday…the start of a new week.  It’s almost as if Mondays give people the opportunity to start afresh.

I picked up Rooster from school because Chicky had a babysitting job.

When we got home, Rooster decided to fill me in on his day.

And he talked…

And talked…

And talked…

Then, he did a little homework.

And then he talked some more.

At one point, I told him how much I enjoyed being home in the afternoons simply BECAUSE he was talking to me.

Some parents think that teenagers need us less because they are older and can do more for themselves.

However, that’s just when their brains are really kicking into gear.  It’s when they can truly identify with the world around them.

They “get” jokes and sarcasm.  Ok…well, they probably invented sarcasm.  But, when you throw a little of it back, in fun, of course, it’s entertaining.

I know that my money situation is not the best right now.  In fact, it downright stinks.

BUT, there’s just no amount of money that could compensate me for time I might lose out on by not being there.

It’s always a lovely day when I can spend quality time with the Boy.

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