I Was A Ninja, Really!

The boys were having a deep conversation today while I was driving.  Sean: That car is going faster than us. Caden: Yeah but we beat that white car.  Sean: But that truck with the black falcon on it is getting faster! Me: Black falcon! But I defeated him! Caden: What? Sean's face is showing disbelief.  Me: I defeated him when I was... a ninja.  Sean: A ninja? Caden: No you didn't mom.  Me:...

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The Regret

I was running late for work. It was a couple of years ago.  The kids weren't cooperating. Caden especially. He couldn't find the pants he wanted. I was chasing the hands of the clock. I was angry. My words were firm and impatient. I had to be at work on time. There was an important ceremony to host. I scolded them for sleeping late the night before. I rushed Sean into his daycare room without a goodbye. Caden had a scowl...

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