4. Write a blog post inspired by the word: substitute.
Yesterday I live tweeted a situation here with Kainoa that escalated into an attempted runaway. I’d like to share that story with you today:
My son just got himself ready for school, announced he’s not living here anymore and walked out the front door.
— Kat Bouska (@KatBouska) September 21, 2016
I’m pretty sure he’s still angry about yesterday, when I wouldn’t help him find my phone to play PokemonGo. #PokemonGoDestroyingFamilies
— Kat Bouska (@KatBouska) September 21, 2016
My son just popped back in to ask me if I had any parting words. He said he’s mad at me for yelling at him to go to bed last night.
— Kat Bouska (@KatBouska) September 21, 2016
I told him “that’s what moms do when their instructions are not being listened to.” He said, “kwellbye” and walked out with a suitcase.
— Kat Bouska (@KatBouska) September 21, 2016
He’s back. He threw down his coat and suitcase and said, “Let me guess, you already threw away my breakfast.” #RunawayFail
— Kat Bouska (@KatBouska) September 21, 2016
“I can’t even move until I’m 18 and when I’m 18 I don’t even know where to move.” -my son #runawayfail
— Kat Bouska (@KatBouska) September 21, 2016
“Mom? Is it okay if I still live here when I’m 18? Cause when I’m 18 I don’t know where to GO…” as I hand him the breakfast I saved. lol
— Kat Bouska (@KatBouska) September 21, 2016
“I was thinking of going out of the neighborhood, but I don’t want bad people to get me. I don’t wanna get shot!” -A failed runaway attempt.
— Kat Bouska (@KatBouska) September 21, 2016
I’m actually really glad he decided to stick around because I wasn’t in the mood to go looking for a substitute son.
Kimberly says
I can’t even see what I’m typing because there are tears — I am laughing so hard that I’m crying. I can’t. This is solid gold Kat. I’m dying. Can I have his breakfast?
Mama Kat says
This was exactly what I was feeling as it was happening! I was trying so hard to stay serious and composed that there were actual tears running down my face. It was the most entertaining morning ever!
Morgan says
That was hilarious. I’m glad he stuck around for you too. :)
Mama Kat says
I couldn’t believe just me yelling at him instigated this whole thing. I was like, “I yell at you all the time!” Hahaha! WRONG ANSWER MOM!
John Holton says
*snort* I remember those days well…
Mama Kat says
So funny. I’m glad he decided to stick around.
madamdreamweaver says
Cute. The funny thing is, when he’s 18 he will want to go and will know where he wants to go and most likely will be able to drive there.
Abby says
HA! Too funny. “Let me guess, you already threw away my breakfast”.
At least he came to the realization he didn’t want a substitute mom yelling at him. Better stick to the original.
Janice says
This is the funniest thing I’ve read all day. Hooray for not needing to get a substitute son. The question is, “Will you let him live there at 18?” Haha. You should have left him hanging, and be like, “We’ll see how the 17 years before it goes. Then we’ll talk.” ;)