Last night at dinner, we were discussing how we would spend our tax refund. As we were throwing out ideas (iPad, new carpet, straight into the bank...), Steve says, "shouldn't we just save it and use it for our trip to Denver to see Griffin this summer?" Bingo. So then we start planning trip details (when to go, how to get there...) And here is the great conversation with Wm that ensued...
Me: I think we should rent a minivan to drive out - then we can drive everyone around when we get there.
Wm: Wait - we're driving? No. No. We have to fly. That is a LONG way.
Me (panicking and also trying not to mention that I am terrified of flying, to keep from warping his little mind): Hey, buddy...don't you think driving will be a fun way to see the country?
Wm: No.
Me: Ooooookay. Well, hey! We can stop and see cool things along the way!
Wm: I don't want to. We're flying. I'm not driving.
Me (getting VERY nervous): OK...OK. How about I buy you a Nintendo DS - which is like a portable Xbox - and TWO new games to play? Then you can play in the car the WHOLE way to Denver!
Wm: Driving sounds good.
Me...[silently] totally relieved, but also thinking that this, perhaps, isn't the best parenting ever. But pleased nonetheless.
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