This morning the sweet, sleepy disposition of our precious four year old was shattered when Mommy simply requested that he go potty and change out of his pajamas. After several calm attempts to urge young Master Snodgrass, Mommy issued an ultimatum, "Use the potty and change your clothes or get out of my room!" The ultimatum resulted in the four year old increasing his crying volume, throwing himself on the floor and practically rolling himself out the door. Mommy closed the door and the defiant complaining, whining and crying continued with abandon.

After a good 15 minutes of emotional expression, his preciousness was comforted by Mommy and Daddy and his disposition was much improved. Our morning finished up with hugs, kisses and a race with Mommy to see who could get dressed first. Mommy lost the race by a pair of socks - Mommy did not have any on her feet.