This last day

A new, oft-used phrase in the Nugget vernacular is "this last day". It sometimes means yesterday, but can also mean last week, last month, last year....or 3 minutes ago. I like it - it lends some drama to everyday reminiscing. Sounds very biblical.

"Remember when we saw the cars get broke when we went to Grammy and Grandpa's house this last day?"

"Remember when I wore that sweater this last day?"

"Did we see the clock this last day?"

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The Nugget developed a new playing-pretend game this last day. You know, some kids play cops and robbers, others play waiter and diner. Well, the Nugget is quite the laundry enthusiast, so...

He laced his fingers together and held his arms rounded and in front of him, like a ballet dancer. Then he swung his circle side to side, making a "Chh-chchchchch," sound. He exclaimed, "Mommy, I am being the agitator, you be the clothes." Then he coached me until I gave a satisfyingly floppy-dirty-clothes-in-the-washing-machine mime. It took a few tries, but I think I have it down now.

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The Nugget takes it upon himself to provide us with toys, books, and lovies. It is so sweet, you just have to enjoy the moment and try not to dwell on how/when you will pick up the mountain of toys growing at your feet.

"I'm gonna read you a story, Daddy." (pictured)

"I'm going to bring you a lovey. 2 lovies. Lots and lots and lots. Wanna hug them?"

And my personal favorite...

"I'm going to give you a (Rubix) cube. One for Mommy. One for Daddy. And one for me!"

Yes, Hubby keeps 3 Rubix cubes in our nightstand drawer. They have all been solved repeatedly.