Both the big boys have started this new thing where they try to change my mind by giving me either an ultimatum or a promise. The ultimatum goes something like this:
If you don't play dragons with me, I won't be your best friend!
If you don't let me jump on my bed, I won't be your best friend!
If I have to go to bed early, I won't be your best friend!
The promises are much more pleasant and much more encouraged over the other tactic, but are used to accomplish the same purpose. They go something like this:
If you let me carry Jack, I'll be your best friend!
If you give me more dessert, I'll be your best friend!
If you play dragons with me for just a little bit longer, I'll be your best friend!
I make and break best friendships so many times a day, I am beginning to loose track of who is my best friend at any given time! Usually, if an ultimatum or promise didn't work out and I lost "best friend" status, the other boy swoops in to claim that privilege though, causing the other boy to quickly change his mind as well.
I love these boys and their feistiness!! (sometimes...)
maybe I shoudl try those same promises and ultimatums on you! :)
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