I got sleep saoutchik. I just couldn't go back to sleep with the children running amok. No sleeping in is apparently allowed here. At least for mom.
Gilmer, that dog has trained you well. Try growling back at him. It may make you feel better and it will entertain the grandchildren to see grandma growling.
Brain, I have the wickedly clawed cat to lend you. She is a good birder. She'd have the robin for breakfast. It's one of the reason I'm hesitant to feed the birds.
My son just came up and gave me a hug and told me I'm an awesome mom. When I asked what he wanted me to buy him now he laughed and ran away.