You Get What You Get

Jentry is now old enough to understand the concept of chewing gum, so I allow her to chew the sugar free kind at home under adult supervision.  Much to her disliking, she is not allowed to chew gum at school.

Last night Jentry asked me for a piece of gum and I said sure.  Having already made the horrific mistake of handing her just any piece of exactly identical pieces of gum in the pack, I handed her the entire pack so that she could make her own selection.  I wonder how she ever determines which one is best?  Anyway, she made her choice and handed the pack back to me.  She then said, "You get what you get and you don't throw a fit."  I immediately started laughing and asked her where she had learned the fun little saying.  I had certainly never heard anyone say that before, in my 28 years.  She said, "What is so funny?  Why are you laughing?"  Jentry probably did think I was crazy for laughing.  I am willing to bet that the teacher, from who Jentry first heard this clever saying, was most likely not laughing.


Last Friday was Fall Picture Day at daycare.  Since Jentry was staying with her dad Thursday night, I was a little worried that the pictures may not turn out the best.  I packed the entire new outfit I purchased, specifically for the picture, in a separate bag so it would be easy for Joey to dress her Friday morning.  The outfit included an undershirt, dress, tights, head band and specific shoes, so I was a little sceptical that the entire ensemble would still be on the child by the time the photos were taken.  It was also cold the day I bought the "fall" outfit and of course picture day was upper 80s and sunny.  Perfect for thick tights, right?  I even called Joey Friday morning to tell him kindly remind him to brush her hair really well. He told me, "Don't worry mom, dad has this handled."

When the proofs were available to view on Monday, I was a little pessimistic to say the least.   I told myself not to worry.   If they were that bad, we were only out the $5.00 sitting fee.  You get what you get right?

You get what you get and sometimes a whole lot more! The picture turned out just fine.  In fact, it turned out pretty great.