First Names

I remember when I finally realized that my mom had a first name and it wasn't "Mom." When I was in 2nd grade, my mom would have me write the notes to my teachers (excuse notes, etc.) and then she would sign it. I remember her signing it once and I noticed that she didn't sign it as "mom." That's when I realized that she had a first name.

Courtney, on the other hand, loves to call me "Michelle." Today is one of those days when that's all she will call me. "Let's go for a walk Michelle" or "Thank you for dinner Michelle." It was cute the first 100 times, but it's starting to get old! It feels like the kid equivalent of having your middle name used by your parents. ;)