Riddle Me This

Dear Isaac,

Puzzles and riddles are great fun, but please note, I will never speak in code when I want you to do something.  For example, if I am making your lunch, and Eleanor is crying and I ask you to sing her a song to make her happy, I am not actually asking you to cover her face with a blanket.

Love,

Mommy

If I Knew Picasso

Dear Isaac,

I don't mean to stifle your creativity, however, crayons are to be used on paper.  We like our doors and walls just the way they are.  I'm sure Picasso's mom would have stopped him from coloring all over the house too.

Love,

Mommy

Bribery Makes for Effective Parenting

Dear Eleanor,

If you go to sleep, I'll buy you a pony.

Love,

Mommy