2.20.2010

Survival Guide: When Your Best Friend is Two Years Old...

1. Be aware that you will probably have to carry her around a lot of the time...but don't panic, this often leads to great muscle tone in your upper body.

2. You will also probably end up bossing her around a lot, so try not to let it go to your head...remember, she's a person too.

3. When you're not together, you'll want to stick to your vegetables and your simple carbohydrates...as when you are together, you will most likely be eating a lot of pizza, chicken nuggets and quesadillas.

4. Wear sensible shoes, be ready for anything. Stretch to avoid injuries. Be sure to hydrate.

5. Be patient when it comes to digestive matters...remember, it never helped anybody to be rushed.

6. You'll want to seek other outlets for venting about your romantic life...chances are she won't understand most of the words you use, and will probably just end up being confused.

7. When planning an evening out, you'll want to remember that less is more...bedtime comes at 7:30.

8. Get lots of rest, because the day starts early. If you don't drink coffee, this relationship just might not be right for you. And that's okay.

9. Work on making her laugh when she really doesn't want to...a silly face never hurt anybody. It may make the situation worse at first, but that just means that you aren't trying hard enough.

10. Don't take it personally if she screams at you when you ask her a simple question...it's not like her day has been any easier than yours.

I challenge all of you to ask yourself today...am I ready to be a 2 year old's best friend? The answer may surprise you...