The Care And Feeding Of Offspring...

Erin: "Mom? Can Rachel and I get something to eat before we come home from school? We're starving!"

Me: "NO! Absolutely NOT! I want you starving when you get home!"

Erin: "Mom?"

Me: "Yes dear?"

Erin: "I may have to eat you!"

Me: "Naw. I wouldn't taste very good. I'm a tough old bird."

Erin: "Then I'll feed you to the cats!"

Me: "Okay. I guess you guys can go get something to eat."

You know? I really thought I had already fed them yesterday? Maybe it's time to increase their feed? Maybe feed them twice a day instead of once? They're good kids so I guess I'll be more generous.