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Car Talk
The car is one of the best vehicles (no pun intended… okay, maybe a little pun intended) for conversation in today’s hectic, technology saturated world. Even though the captive audience might be distracted by a phone (and in some cars the t.v.), they can’t run or hide from the “community” forced upon them during a car ride.
And I do mean forced. The other day upon carpool pick-up, one of mine tried to get in the back seat to avoid me. The mere gesture instantly zipped his warning flag to high mast – something happened at school he didn’t want me to know. I made him ride shot gun, fully aware that our conversation would consist of nothing more than grunts; but at least he knows I’m stuck to him (both in love and accountability).
I don’t get it. If I were them and I wanted to hide an offense, 
Hopefully, I’m equitable if nothing else – ready to point out my challenges as well as the kids’. This week has provided ample opportunity for me to showcase my skills as a slacker, flake, & enabler.
Slacker:
We’ve actually eaten out every night this week. All my fault. In fact, truth be told, I’ve only been to the grocery store for milk and frozen waffles over the last several days. Thanks goodness I made a Sam’s trip late last week. We’ve at least had fresh fruit (the blueberries as so good right now).
Monday 6:30
Leaving soccer practice with Slow Walker, I call Coach Dad who is bringing home the 2 girls from volleyball.
“Honey, I’ll meet you at Chick-Fil-A.” I say, thinking I’m on the sly.
“What?!!”, response from my back-seat.
“Oh, 
