Emma Ruth Wiggins, Attorney at Law

Emma: "Mommy, I really want some milk."

Mommy: "Emma, we're taking a break from milk, I think it's been hurting your tummy."

Emma: "Mama, I promise I will be VERY CAREFUL."

Mommy: "Emma, it has nothing to do with how carefully you drink the milk. I think it might give you a tummy ache, so we are taking a break. How about water."

Emma: "I only want milk. Just a little, bitty bit."

Mommy: "Sorry. No deal. Water."

Emma: "Mommy, milk is healthy for you."

Mommy: "So is water. Water is the healthiest thing you can drink."

Emma: "No it's not."

Mommy: "Yes, it is."

Emma: "Does milk have vitamins in it?"

In Mommy's head: "Oh, crap."

Out of Mommy's mouth: "Yes, it does."

Emma: "And does water have vitamins in it?"

In Mommy's head: "You've got to be kidding me."

Out of Mommy's mouth: "Not exactly."

Emma: "Then, milk is healthier than water. It has vitamins."

Mommy: "Emma, would you like some water now?"

Emma: (sigh) "Yes, I guess. It's like I'm "Science Girl" or something. I'm very smart."

Mommy: "You're something, that's for sure!"


These little exchanges are why I tell Mark at least once a week she needs to be a lawyer. She would nail the bad guys to the wall.