The Johnsons

Sometimes (well, often) when I ask Everett to do something, I do it in an irritated way. I am trying be more mindful of my tone but I don't always remember.

Most of the time, he is very compliant. Whether I'm irritated with him or not, he replies amiably:

" 'tay, Mama." (OK, Mama) and cheerfully goes on to do whatever I asked him.

Somehow that simple reply just melts all my frustration away. I am so happy he is in our family!