101 Things I Say Daily With Four Kids Under Seven

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Parenting is a wild ride, especially with four little ones under the age of seven. Here’s a glimpse into the daily dialogue that fills our home:

1. Sweetheart, it’s still too early. Back to bed, please.
2. It’s just 4:25 a.m. Let’s try to sleep a little longer.
3. Alright, you can join us in bed, but give Mommy some space.
4. I can’t breathe! Scooch over, and your foot is digging into my back!
5. Okay, I’m awake. Time to head downstairs.
6. Hold on! Mommy needs her coffee first.
7. Honey, you’re going to miss school! Time to rise and shine!
8. Not yet, it’s too soon for a snack. We just finished breakfast.
9. We’re late! Time to get out of bed, please!
10. Don’t pour the milk yourself! Wait!
11. Hang on, let me grab some paper towels.
12. NOW! Mommy says you need to get up! I won’t ask again!
13. Please, no hitting your sister.
14. Where did I put my coffee?
15. You need to go potty? Yay! Let’s hurry!
16. No, sweetheart! Pee in the potty, not on the floor!
17. Ouch! If I trip over that toy again, it’s getting tossed.
18. Sweetheart, do NOT ride the dog! Get off!
19. Please don’t hit your sister!
20. Who took my phone? Let’s find it together!
21. Buddy, please take your hand out of your pants.
22. Keep the crayons on the paper, great job!
23. Snack time isn’t for a while; we just had lunch!
24. No, remember? Crayons are only for paper!
25. Where is my coffee? Oh right, in the microwave again.
26. If you hit your sister again, it’s time out.
27. Dude, your hand is still in your pants!
28. Get down from there! You’re not allowed up there!
29. Yes, Mommy loves you! Just please don’t hit your brother again.
30. That’s it! Time out. Let’s go.
31. Don’t bang on the door! Your time out will restart!
32. It’s okay, accidents happen. Let’s change your outfit again.
33. Put your clothes IN the hamper, remember?
34. Well, the time out officially starts over now.
35. Mommy needs to work. Where’s my laptop?
36. What did I say? Do NOT pull the keys off my laptop!
37. What’s in the baby’s mouth? You can’t feed her that!
38. Are you choking? Open your mouth!
39. No, do NOT eat that if it’s in the garbage!
40. Sure, I’d love to watch Peppa Pig…again.
41. Don’t throw the whole toilet paper roll in the toilet!
42. Ugh, where’s the plunger? Who moved it?
43. Who got the crayons out again? And who’s drawing on the walls?
44. No more dog food, please!
45. Sit and watch this show while Mommy takes a quick shower.
46. Can you watch your little sister for a moment while I shower?
47. Forget it, you’re right; I just showered two days ago.
48. Nope, not yet! It’s not snack time; you just had one!
49. Wait, come back! You’re still not wearing pants!
50. Yes, you need to at least wear underwear.
51. It’s not time yet! Daddy won’t be home for another four hours.
52. Where is my phone? Have you seen it?
53. Wait! Are you calling someone right now?
54. What have you done? You just bought those apps!
55. Okay, Mommy needs a time out too.
56. Don’t put your hand in there! No fingers in the toaster!
57. Nope, still two and a half hours until Daddy’s home.
58. Ah, lovely! Nothing like crunching crackers underfoot!
59. Where’s the dog? Is she in your room again?
60. Oh no. Mommy said “shoot.”
61. We need some fresh air. Let’s go for a walk!
62. Where are your shoes? Why can’t I find them?
63. Is the baby chewing on your shoe again? Put them away!
64. What is that smell?
65. Hang on, Mommy has to change the baby.
66. No, don’t take your shoes off! We need to go!
67. Don’t unbuckle yourself! Wait! You can’t do that!
68. Do we have everyone? One, two, three…and off to get four!
69. Stop rolling down the window; your fingers could get pinched!
70. That’s it, we’re getting pulled over. Don’t unbuckle!
71. Daddy’s home!! Yayyyy! DADDY!
72. Please take one of them, even for five minutes.
73. Don’t fight on the stairs! Someone will fall!
74. Get the ice pack! See? Mommy warned you about the door!
75. Where’s the remote? Who hid it this time?
76. Put your clothes IN the hamper!
77. Keep the water IN the tub! Don’t dump it on her!
78. Yes, I like John Cena, but you can’t dropkick your sister!
79. Let’s brush your teeth! Come on!
80. Don’t swallow that! Spit it out! You can’t eat toothpaste!
81. Let’s read this book. Oh great, half the pages are gone.
82. Please sit down. It’s quiet time. Don’t do that!
83. We’re praying. Don’t touch her. No hair pulling!
84. Time for bed! Come on, it’s bedtime.
85. You’ve already had water. No more!
86. One more kiss. Mommy loves you! Good night.
87. Alright, let’s hit the potty one more time.
88. Just one more kiss! Love you! See you at breakfast!
89. Honey, BACK TO BED!
90. No, no shows! Peter Rabbit is asleep. Night night time!
91. I hear you! You better not be up!
92. I can STILL hear you!
93. That’s it! I’m coming up there NOW!
94. Mommy is begging you! Stay in your bed!
95. If you stay in bed, Mommy will give you a surprise!
96. No, not our bed! Your bed! You’re a big girl now.
97. Fine, you can come to our bed, but close your eyes; it’s late.
98. No more shows! Everyone is asleep.
99. Okay, just one more show. Then you promise to sleep?
100. Honey, there’s no room! The baby’s up. Can you get her?
101. Wait, what? It’s morning already? Sweet!

Each day of motherhood can be both exhausting and exhilarating. There are moments of laughter and tears, and sometimes, I just want to scream, “Leave me alone!” Yet, I wouldn’t trade this experience for anything. The challenges may be endless, but so are the rewards. In the chaos, I find strength I never knew I had. I remind myself, “Just get through another day.” Tomorrow will take care of itself.

Living in the moment is essential; today is all we know we can handle. So gear up, because tomorrow will be waiting, ready for another round of motherhood. Each day is a new battle, and we are warriors in this journey.

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Summary:

Motherhood is a daily adventure filled with challenges and joys. The dialogue is a humorous glimpse into the chaos of parenting four kids under seven, highlighting the exhaustion and love that come with the territory. Each day is a new battle, but the rewards of motherhood are immense, reminding us to embrace the present.