Dear people-that-are-currently-bothering-me...

Dear Grant:

Congratulations on successfully learning to tie your shoes this week. I am so proud of you and your determination. You are growing up so fast, one would even think you were ready for school soon. Oh wait, that comes next week. ....sob...

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Dear Gavin:

Grant can SO tie his shoes. Get over it. If you would practice, you could too.

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Dear Matt Laurer:

Are you aware that the US Olympic team comprises several hundred athletes? Several hundred people that have trained, sacrificed and qualified to be present and represent our country at the Olympics. Do you think you could mention a few of those people?? Not to discount the amazing abilities and athleticism of Michael Phelps, but there are many more athletes with amazing stories and determination present in Beijing right now. Also, when interviewing someone about their medal, do you think you could do it without mentioning Michael Phelps' name mid-interview? How about Jason Lezak's last leg of the relay to come back from a full body length in 100 meters who clocked the fastest relay sprint on record to beat the favorite by .01 seconds??? Maybe he could get a little more camera time for accomplishing such a feat? This is like listening to the media constantly discuss Tiger Woods despite the fact that THERE MAY BE FIVE to TEN PEOPLE AHEAD OF HIM. Yes, Tiger may be great, but how about the leaders, folks? Or the other golfers who are currently playing and not out due to surgery? Michael, you are awesome, but something tells me even you would rather your fellow Olympians receive a bit more credit.

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Dear Self:

It never fails that nature calls during a quick trip to ANYWHERE when toting the little ones. You should have learned to expect this by now. Do not get frustrated with the kids for having to poop. Everyone poops. However, when your 5 year old tells you he can hold it so he can play on the swingset display at the hardware store for 5 more minutes, DO NOT BELIEVE HIM. You idiot.