Words like “just” and “really” are part of our everyday vocabulary. We don’t really think about them or when to use them, we just do.
Well, that was until L Boogie used them for the first time and floored me.
Mommy if you could go faster that would be just great.
Mommy I really like your dress. Really.
Who is this person? Since when has she been able to formulate real sentences. Haven’t her sentences always consisted of two-three words? Sentences like go now and where’s juice?
This tiny human is now turning into a fully functioning member of the universe. She has opinions and concerns. She worries about things like Z Money’s nap and whether I buckled her up correctly. She proudly declares that she’s just had a really long day and would prefer to drink her milk in bed.
Mommy! She’s my baby sister. I have to take care of her you silly goose.
Silly goose indeed.