Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Q is for Bad Grandma...

I'm a bad Grandma.

I admit it.

I make my Grandkids work. Hard. Never a moments rest for the busy little bees.

And this week I was pretty stumped by the letter "Q", so I told Mo if she wanted a ride to preschool she would have to come up with something.

OK, that's not true. I just asked her if she would like to write a letter Q on a piece of paper for candy.

Accckkk!!!!

Somehow this is just getting worse. I keep looking more and more like a bad Grandma...

Accckkk...

Ahem...

Sooooo...here's my new and improved story...

When I told Mo that this week was Alphabe-Thursday's letter "Q" she said, "Gwamma, I insist you let me help you with this as a small token of appreciation for everything you do for me..." (Yes, she is precocious for a four year old!)...

And I didn't want to hurt her feelings so I let her.



...and then she told me Q is for Quack and Queen and Qwadd.

And I said... umm.... what is a Qwadd?

And she said, "Gwamma...you know...a Qwadd. Those things that have four tires that can drive over those spiky things in the dirt that are black but I would want a pink one and I don't know if there are pink ones. Do you know Gwamma?"

And I said, "OK, that's great Mo! Ask your Mom about the pink ones," because I didn't have the faintest idea what she was talking about...

...but regardless of the Qwadd word, this is my Q post.

If you want to read other Q posts that do not involve child labor, threats or bribes...

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46 comments:

  1. ImagiMeriFebruary 2, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Well at least she got the right words, as "Quad" is one of them, and it's those fun 4-wheel things that everyone rides in open ranges, mountains, backwoods, etc. As a matter of fact, you should have a quad gramma, cause you'd be a hoot to see driving one. When are you coming over????? I've got more shadowboxes than I know what to do with....LOL

    Love ya'
    Meri

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  2. TerryFebruary 2, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    You're so lucky to have such a wise granddaughter to help you out! LOL

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  3. UnknownFebruary 3, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    Awww, she is so cute...child labor and all :) Funny how she knows about "quads" isn't it? A pink quad....now that would be quite a sight to see!

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  4. Theresa PlasFebruary 3, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Tee Hee!!! Mo is an alphabet queen in the making!

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  5. PatFebruary 3, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    A "qwadd" - we have one parked in the pole building & it has a gazillion miles on it...it has hauled endless loads of wood and garden dirt, mulch, etc. I love driving it - do give it a try!!
    Don't fret about the candy - that is what Gwamma's are for.

    Such a sweet posting for Q.

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    If it is a vehicle, JDaniel could help you identify it.

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  7. PERMANENT POSIESFebruary 3, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    I still have no idea what a qwadd is....hahaha. I am all about child labor....particularly when they don't realize it...teehee. I will have all four of mine this weekend. Yikes! Great Q post.

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  8. ~✽Mumsy✽~February 3, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Oh my goodness, I also want to know what a Qwadd is! Your granddaughter is beautiful and comes up with so many cute things to say.

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  9. 21 WitsFebruary 3, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    Absolutely NOT you're a great Gwamma I can just tell! She is an adorable little princess for sure, and hmmm you may have some 4-wheeling going on in your family...! Simply a FUN Q post!

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  10. LaFebruary 3, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    Better hope the teacher doesn't find out Mo is doing your homework for you. She may crack your knuckles with a ruler.

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  11. lindaFebruary 3, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Q is a tough one.
    I'm not there yet.

    Cute cute cute.

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  12. JackieFebruary 3, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    A Quad is a bike with 4 wheels .

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  13. Auntie sezzzzzz...February 3, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Awwwwwwwww she is so cute.

    And I didn't know what a quad was, until your comments. -grin-

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  14. Susan AndersonFebruary 3, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Your commenters have taught me today.

    I am now in the now about "quads."

    Live and learn!

    ;)

    PS. She is sure a cutie!!

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  15. UnknownFebruary 3, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Well, well, well...the things you learn from a 4 year old. I think I might want a Qwadd too! I tell you what...you get one and when I come visit you can take me out for a joy ride in the desert!!! Love you and love your Mo'!

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  16. Rocky Mountain WomanFebruary 3, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    I love how her mind works, she's going to be a creative woman someday!

    Don't you just love that age?

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  17. Jessica BFebruary 3, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    That Mo... what a sweetie! Loved her Q words. :)

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  18. Paula ~ castleandcottagesignsFebruary 3, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    How cute:) My Hannah had a pink quad, only it was really a 'tri' but don't tell her that, she remembers it as a 'quad'...we just go along:)

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  19. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Just precious!! Mo was such a good helper with your 'Q' post. Love the pictures. Hugs

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  20. SusanFebruary 3, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Threats, bribes and child labor have always been a part of this household, LOL! She is A DOR ABLE!!! Hey if I wanted a QWADD, I'd want mine to be Pink too!

    Hi Jenny, I am stopping by to explain my being MIA for Alphabe-Thursday.
    I am a participant in ONE WORLD ONE HEART which is keeping me very busy, besides the fact that i do not know how to keep a certain post at the top of my blog.
    so I'll see you in a few weeks, so sorry. :(
    Susan

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  21. Lisa H.February 3, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    A "qwaad" isn't just for kids and teens. My mother (she's in her late 60's) wants want to run around her 5 acres in the country. She wants one with a truck bed to haul things. She has yet to convince Dad to get her one and she's been trying since 2004!

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  22. JudieFebruary 3, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    You just keep asking for it, don't you!!

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  23. DonnieFebruary 3, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Visiting the grandkids makes me feel incredibly old especially when we say "what did you do today?" After a 20 minute explanation we still have no idea what they did....lol...But to be honest I did know what a "Quad" was...lol....

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  24. NatureGirlFebruary 3, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Adorable...but I absolutely INsiST that you find the source of the word Qwaad and relay the information. I am pretty sure it will bug me until I know what she was talking about...

    Happy AlphabeThursday!

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  25. HFebruary 3, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    We went quad biking for my niece's 18th birthday. Great fun!

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  26. BeckyFebruary 3, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    That is entirely too cute. As is your granddaughter. :-)

    Becky

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  27. LynnFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Fun post and what a little cutie-enjoy:@)

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  28. wheatgermFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    not so bad of a grandma

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  29. LuLu KelloggFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    Smart cookie!!! I still say you are the best Gwamma evah!

    Love,
    LuLu~*xoxo

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  30. Nancy CFebruary 3, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    That is so sweet. We know all about quads in rural MD.

    My oldest is studying Q in his preschool. He asked the librarian for books about quilts!

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  31. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiFebruary 3, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Jenny, I love the photo of your grand daughter holding her "Q"!! She has such a cute smile and sparkle in her eye, and I can imagine you had the same look when you took her photo!

    How did you do in cold snap? My sister who lives in Mesa told me it got down to 35 degrees there one day. Crazy weather everywhere!

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  32. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    I just love the posts your grandkids help you with!

    Teresa

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  33. StefFebruary 3, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Too funny. She is a cutie! Seriously, you need to lock her up and never let her date a boy who wants to take her on a qwadd. Bad bad idea!

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  34. aimeeFebruary 3, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    she is adorable! she is one smart little girl.
    blessings,
    aimee

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  35. Su-sieee! MacFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    She's a wise one, that darling of yours. I wonder if there are pink qwadds.

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  36. TerraFebruary 4, 2011 at 4:29 AM

    very cute Q post, your grand daughter saved the day without her adorable picture..well...it would not have been so cute!

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  37. BonnieFebruary 4, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    This is Quite an adorable post. I wonder if this Qwadd she speaks of is some all wheel or 4 wheel drive vehicle. She is Quite the Queen of smart!

    Can I use this comment for my Q post this week because I've got nothin' :)

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  38. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    Ok Jenny
    I see how you play
    Next week I'm asking
    Jake to help me with
    my homework...
    nah nah nah nah nah!

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  39. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    She's as bright as a button and so much fun! I don't want to wish my girls years away but I can't wait till we have conversations like that :)

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  40. Linda Bob Grifins Korbetis HallFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Nobody is perfect.

    be yourself and be true,
    feel coo,

    I know you are the best blogger.

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  41. AnnesphamilyFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    What a terrific grand girl you have! This was a sweet post! Anne

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  42. GattinaFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    It's a real pity that Mo doesn't know French ! She would have been pleased to help you with the letter Q, because it's such a nice letter for kids, like P, when you pronounce it it means arse !

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  43. People Who Know Me Would Say:February 5, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    Dude, a quad is a real term for a 4 wheeler. It's hip. It's now. It's cool, boss, neato, swift, keen and groovy. It's swell.

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  44. PondsideFebruary 5, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    No fair - Jenny you are always bringing in the high-priced help for your letters.
    What a cutie!

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  45. Holly LefevreFebruary 6, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    What a cutie! My mom has been told she needs to attend Grandma School by my niece. That was a few years ago, but we still tease her about it.

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  46. Splendid Little StarsMarch 13, 2012 at 6:07 PM

    How cute is she?!! What a special little helper!

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