From the time the Circus was born, all I ever wanted was for her to be a well-rounded kid.
I of course want her to be happy and laugh and play, but I also want her to appreciate music of all kinds, love aspects of both the city and the country, appreciate dressing up and sporting sweats, and so on.
Basically, I just want her to be anything but boring. I can’t even imagine what having a boring child would be like. What a travesty.
The Circus is most definitely, well-rounded.
I’m just not so sure every aspect of her well-roundedness is exactly what I had in mind.
Signs You’re Raising a Well-Rounded Child
She is passionate about margarita time.
As soon as she sees her daddy going for the liquor cabinet, she’s getting that shaker.
She heard it was National Margarita Day via the radio on the way to school last Thursday.
She was so excited.
So excited that she even announced it to her whole class and told her teacher she wanted to work in a Mexican restaurant so she could shake up margaritas all day.
Obviously, I’m doing something right in her raising.
She clothes her Barbies in dignity.
She may be naked wearing hooker boots, but she loves Jesus.
Every being gets equal-opportunity housing in her playroom.
Not where I figured a bull would live, but hey, what do I know?
She leads colorful conversations while playing with her Barbies.
Hand to God, that’s the conversation she was playing out between two Barbie dolls just outside the Dream House in her playroom the other day.
I’m partially blaming this one on her Pa, who created faux “Parole Papers” for her while they were playing bad guys one day.
When asked who a few of her favorite characters were…
Sandy. She said Sandy.
And did I mention she loves Dolly Parton?
I’d say most of my work here is complete.
Have a fantastic weekend. Perhaps shake up a few margaritas in the Circus’ honor.ย
Carol says
Laughing so hard this morning. Thanks, I needed this!!!
Jenna says
You are so welcome! The Circus is happy to be helpful!
Joy Shanor says
I. LOVE. THIS. KID!!!! She’s a hoot & a half!!!
Jenna says
She is! Thanks, Joy!
Kari Wagner Hoban says
OMG she and my youngest daughter are soul mates. And she loves Dolly Parton too. ๐
Give the kid a huge hug from not-creepy-Kari who she’s never met but feels a spiritual connection to.
Jenna says
Kari, I think we must be sisters from another mister or something. We have way too much in common. ๐
Pam says
Keep the Landryisms coming – p.r.i.c.e.l.e.s.s.!!! If you ever need a sitter, I’m all in! ๐ I mean never ever have I ever ~ been with a kid who would shake my margaritas~
Jenna says
hahahaha!!! Oh girl, she will shake it up with a lot of love! hahah!
Kathy says
LOL! Thanks for the laugh today. Beautiful (and totally not boring) daughter!
Jenna says
hahaha!! Thanks, Kathy!
Elaine says
Your daughter is sooooo funny! Sheโs also very beautiful!
Jenna says
Thank you, Elaine!
Amy C says
I adore this post. LMAO
Jenna says
Thank you, Amy!
Debbie Reynolds says
Adeorable!!
Jenna says
Thanks, Debbie!
Erin L says
You are going an AWESOME job.
Jenna says
Thanks, Erin!
Susan the Farm Quilter says
Hmmm…does it count that my girls could sing Achy Breaky Heart whenever it came on the radio?? And it came on EVERY time we were in the car!
Jenna says
hahahaha!!! Oh Achy Breaky Heart – I remember it well!
Sharon H says
I bet you are EXHAUSTED by end of day…..LOL
Jenna says
Oh, always!!
Stephanie S. says
You by far a well rounded child. I love the drink story. What comes out of kids these days. Love the stories.
Jenna says
haha! Thanks, Stephanie!
Kim says
What a great laugh…thank you! I can only imagine the fun you have in your house!!
Jenna says
Oh, there is never a dull moment!
Kathryn Griffin says
Yes, she loves Dolly! Super cute post! Lovely week to you and the wee one! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
Jenna says
Thanks, Kathryn! You too!
Tammy says
The Force is strong in this one. She’s gonna do you proud!
Jenna says
That is true!!
Patty says
I have a real belly laugh every time you write about the Circus. No you don’t have to worry about that child ever being boring, she is hilarious and is like a sponge just obsobs everything around her.
I would say she is more than well rounded.
Jenna says
hahahaha!! She’s happy to be of service. ๐
Brigitte Baker says
She’s unique! And a DOLL! I’d say you, and she, are doing just. fine.
I could really go for a margarita, come to think of it. ๐
Jenna says
hahahaha!! We all need a margarita!
Mother of 3 says
Oh my that is hilarious! Thanks so much for the laugh.
Jenna says
You are welcome! Thanks for stopping by!
Wrae says
This is hilarious!
Jenna says
Thanks, Wrae!
Susan says
I want to be your family’s friend! You and Circus are my heroes. ๐ Thanks for sharing at the This Is How We Roll Link Party.
Jenna says
hahahaha!!! Thanks, Susan!
Jesse Robinson says
I donโt have any kids yet, but I hope to be as dope a mom as you are! I am dying laughing! ??
Jenna says
hahaha!! Happy to inspire – I definitely keep it real!