conversations with a 4-year-old

Maybe in January I'll get caught up on the last few months. In the meantime, I wanted to write down 2 little stories before I forget them.

One day the girls and I were walking through Target (pretty much a daily occurrence around here) and we were almost to the end of my shopping list.

Me: Ok girls, we're almost done. All I need are chips and salsa and we can check out.

Sarabeth: Do you NEED chips and salsa or do you WANT chips and salsa?

Me: (while trying not to laugh about being lectured by my 4-year-old on needs v wants) You're right, dear. I only want chips and salsa.

Another day the girls were sitting at the kitchen counter having a snack, and they start having a conversation about what they're going to be when they grow up.

Sarabeth: When I grow up I'm going to be a teacher.

Anabelle: Yes, you're going to be a teacher and I'm going to be a mommy.

Sarabeth: (speaking to me now) When I grow up I won't need a mommy.

Me: I'm a grown up and I still need my mommy. I talk to Nana almost every day!

Sarabeth: Well, I'll still LOVE you (as if to say I won't need you, but I guess I'll still love you!)