Wednesday, August 25, 2010

When I grow up...

When I grow up, I wanna be a Nurse Practitioner.

Since my kids older, I thought it would be cool that they get to witness me working hard in school pursuing degrees, a career, and my dreams.

I thought I was modeling for my children, to set goals. To achieve them. And when you do, aim higher, and set new goals.

The sky's the limit.

So, tonight, while hiding in my room, rocking back and forth in a corner, and drooling, after a NINE HOUR LECTURE, today!! while freshening up for dinner, I was a little disappointed to hear this conversation...

Avery said, "Hey, Dad. When I grow up, I wanna be a lawyer...and then, after that...I wanna be the mayor! How cool would that be?"

I heard Lily gasp, and say, "WHAT?!? Why would you want to do all that?? When I grow up, all I wanna do is work at PetSmart!"

Not become a veterinarian. Not become an animal trainer. Not even OWN a fucking PetSmart. She just wants to work at one?!?

**Note to self: When Lily's an adult, and working at PetSmart to help support her family...remember to praise her for following her dreams!!**

5 comments:

Stacey said...

My middle daughter wanted to work at Coyote Ugly! At least Lily will be keeping her clothes on at Petsmart!

Tim said...

Hilarious.

Bubbs

Kimmy said...

LOL!!! Too funny.....I like Petsmart!!L:D

Kameron said...

Random, but everyone needs a goal! Yours wants to work at PetSmart, mine wants to be a Chinese acrobat. At least Lil's is attainable!

Candi said...

So you're thinking of going on to get your NP? I like it. I mean hell what's another 5 semeesters? Might as well. Oh how happy I am that I have you in front of me :)