There is a well-known fact amoung Faeries that is not a "secret", necessarily, but only Candi Ciona is kind enough to share it on occasion. Obviously, a child must be gifted with "perfect curls" at Birth. And, as everybody knows, "perfect curls" are completely uncontrollable, untameable, and easily, impossibly knotted. Deserving persons do not always hear, since, as everybody also knows, Faeries have a different sense of time than we do. Most importantly, they only speak directly with royalty. (Forgive me for stating the obvious!)
I happened to be recording a new recipe for the Queen Mother while she was personally giving her sweet Princess a bath. Candi Ciona appeared in thin air following the faintly popping bubbles that always precedes and lingers after her visits. I stayed absolutely still to not call attention to myself, and so it is I can share the "secret" she imparted to the Queen Mother to all who need it! Any parent might find this useful, but any parent of a child with "perfect curls" will find this essential! I give to you, as I heard, in riddle form:
"The Mermaid holds the key to Unlock what you need."
Isn't that brilliant?
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Monday, October 6, 2008
Regarding Toothpaste
From the Queen's own Diary:
"Ever wondered what it felt like to have a handful of toothpaste? I usually buy trial sizes to avoid the discovery altogether, but they cost as much as a full tube, so... I saw it first hand. Literally. Crest white striped with blue curled over and under in a graceful plop centered on a small hand with carefully held fingers. I was actually right there when it happened, too. My little Princess was happy until she wondered how to get the paste from her hand to her toothbrush, which, upon further thought, was in an unknown hiding place perhaps quite distant. She glanced up at me. I smiled and patted her head before my eyes dropped to her outstretched arm... GASP! I didn't risk the time to get a camera, although... I'll have to keep one handy! I counted to three while holding her wrist and found a toothbrush in the preferred purple color. Then it was simple to swipe a bit as if everyone loaded up toothpaste in the hand first. The rest was scooped up with handy tissue and deposited where it could do no more harm. Hands washed, teeth brushed, Mother and Daughter emerged smiling and triumphant, as if we'd accomplished a well-planned powder room moment!"
"Ever wondered what it felt like to have a handful of toothpaste? I usually buy trial sizes to avoid the discovery altogether, but they cost as much as a full tube, so... I saw it first hand. Literally. Crest white striped with blue curled over and under in a graceful plop centered on a small hand with carefully held fingers. I was actually right there when it happened, too. My little Princess was happy until she wondered how to get the paste from her hand to her toothbrush, which, upon further thought, was in an unknown hiding place perhaps quite distant. She glanced up at me. I smiled and patted her head before my eyes dropped to her outstretched arm... GASP! I didn't risk the time to get a camera, although... I'll have to keep one handy! I counted to three while holding her wrist and found a toothbrush in the preferred purple color. Then it was simple to swipe a bit as if everyone loaded up toothpaste in the hand first. The rest was scooped up with handy tissue and deposited where it could do no more harm. Hands washed, teeth brushed, Mother and Daughter emerged smiling and triumphant, as if we'd accomplished a well-planned powder room moment!"
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