We were sorting toys today, trying to get organized. Unfortunately, the kids and I have the same "we love to make messes but dislike cleaning them up" gene. So my house is nearly always a mess. But there comes a point when even I can't stand the dump-and-mix status of their toys any longer. That's when I start with the threats.
If you guys cannot take care of your toys, maybe I should give them to kids who will take care of them.
Then, inevitably, they beg and plead for that toy they haven't played with in months.
That is, until I pulled out this.
She's seen better days.
The kids said, "Mommy, we really think you should give her to a girl who would love her."
So far my craigslist ad that says "Wanted: child who can love a beat up rag doll with a yarn mohawk" hasn't gotten any responses... :)
Too funny!
ReplyDeleteLOL
ReplyDeleteThanks for the morning laugh....but another part of me is hoping against hope that she does find a loving home!! :)
Ahhhh she's cute, *someone* will want her! :)
ReplyDeleteI love the threat, I find myself saying that like once a day over here! :)
ROFL!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis has sooooo been the case in our house too. I mean no one would even BUY the stuff in a garage sale (the things the kids bring me to sell sometimes). I think I remember when you made that doll? In any case, I am sure a little washer/dryer action might just spiff her look up a bit and she can find a new home or put her up for your sweet little one!
In any case, it feels good to be organized and purge! Great post!! I needed a good laugh : )
I have so been there. As a matter of fact, our house is too cluttered right now. I feel a purge coming on...
ReplyDeleteSo funny. Why wouldn't anyone want that doll???
ReplyDeleteI said that very same sentence to my kids this week too. The phrase "I'm bored" just gets my blood instantly boiling!