In July, the fabulously funny Kylie from A Study in Contradictions interviewed her husband, and Interview with a Husband was the result. Not so surprisingly, it was fabulously funny.
She invited us all to do the same, and I sat down with my husband, the questions and a recording device.
I shut off the recording device ten seconds later. My husband wasn’t having a bar of it.
I felt left out. Shunned. And so, so sad.
And now, two months later, BRAINWAVE. Why not interview my four-year-old daughter instead?
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So, here it is. Interview with a toddler. Hold on to your hats, people. Things just got serious at YLSNED.
And for those who haven’t seen her around these parts before, meet Ashleigh.
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What is the best thing about having me as your mum?
It’s really good.
What is the worst thing about having me as your mum?
When you go away and I’m sad because you’re not here.
What’s mummy’s worst habit?
Doing silly dances. It’s really funny. You’re a funny dancer, but you’re not very good at it. You make me and Mitchell laugh.
What’s mummy’s best habit?
Umm… you let me watch television on Tuesdays if I’m good. Sometimes on Thursdays too! And you read me books and put me to bed and rub my tummy when it’s sore. And you sit next to me. But if I’m naughty I get in trouble and that’s not good.
What do you admire about mummy?
I really like mummy’s red boots. They’re the best.
Why do you love mummy?
Because you do nice things. And because you live in the same house as me.
What do you like about being a kid?
I love my toys! I want to keep them forever!
What do you dislike about being a kid?
I wish you and daddy could be together with me all the time. But daddy goes to work and I just have to stay with you. It’s okay I guess.
What is your favourite thing to do with mummy?
Painting. And playing hide and seek too. But not at the shops. You get scared when you can’t find me.
What is your favourite thing to eat for dinner?
Spaghetti. And chocolates and cakes and chips. But I never get those for dinner. Do we have any cakes mummy?
Why is mummy lucky to have you as a daughter?
Because I came into your tummy and then they got me out! Mummy… how did they get me out? Did it hurt? I don’t want babies in my tummy. If I get a baby in my tummy it can just stay in there and swim around. How do you get babies in your tummy?
Is there anything else you’d like to say about your mummy?
I love it when mum cuddles me and stays in my bed for a while after reading me a story. You haven’t done that for a while though. Mummy, can we have a sleepover tonight?
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So, have you interviewed your toddler? Can I start a whole new memey thing here? Join in! How would your toddler answer these questions?
Waiting to see how you answered her question.
All very cute!
Ha, thanks Joe! There was a swift jump to the next question.
Oh what a great idea, Mr Awesome wasn’t too keen on being interviewed either, maybe I might ask the kids as well.
Please do! I’d love to read the answers other toddlers come up with.
OMG! She is so gorgeous I love her. I love how she said it’s just okay staying home with you lol. Really cute, Emily. I can see you guys have a beautiful relationship. I will definitely join in with this. I’ll ask Miss Four this afternoon 🙂
Thanks Renee. That was my favourite part (and also ‘because you live in the same house as me’). I hope your interview is going better the second time around!
I AM ON IT Em – will do it next week – although the answers might freak me out a bit… but I’ll be honest I promise. She’s quite cute and here’s to reading books in bed tonight hey? x
Yes, we read but it’s the staying in bed until she’s asleep I just can’t do!
She is so beautifully articulate. You are so lucky!
This interview is so cute and wonderful and insightful. Love it so much.
Thanks Sarah! She is – it’s scary sometimes.
She gave perfect answers. A great interview. On to it 🙂
She did. And hooray! Looking forward to reading it.
“If I get a baby in my tummy it can just stay in there and swim around”. From the mouths of babes. I love it. She is gorgeous:-)
Thanks Denise. She’s pretty funny – both intentionally and accidentally!
Aww this is so cute!! Although I have visions of babies swimming around in tummies forever now 🙂
Haha, it’s a disturbing image! I HATED pregnancy – no way would I want a baby in there forever!
Hehe. Adorable. I wish someone would rub my tummy when it was sore. I tried to interview my husband but his answers were all saccharine sweet boring. I think he was frightened to tell the truth.
At least he tried. Mine just refused!
What a fabulous interviewee! I loved the baby swimming in the tummy comment and that she guesses it’s okay she gets to spend everyday with you. The honesty of toddlers is enchanting!
It is! I had to laugh – it could have been worse!
Gorgeous. She loves you because you live in the same house 🙂
Yeah, I loved that one too! Good thing I haven’t moved away.
How cute is she!! I love that she is only allowed to watch telly on Tuesdays and sometimes Thursdays!
I did the interview with the husband thing and he played right up and yet I still published it. I think my 4 year old would make me feel better!
Thanks Vicki! I’d love to see you interview the 4yo. And yeah, it probably sounds harsh but TV is a special treat.
Haha, this is great. So cute. I like how she loves you because you live in the same house haha. Lovely to meet you, Bec x
Thanks Bec! Nice to meet you too.
Oh that was the coolest thing ever! Also red boots? I would like to see these!
Thanks Jess! And I will unleash the red boots soon. They’re ankle boots – I’ve been waiting for warmer weather.
How cute! Toddlers are so fun to talk to – you never know what words they are going to say! I love how they are really starting to showcase their imagination as well.
I love following the thought patterns. I’m mummy’s daughter – I was in her tummy – I came out – how did I come out? – what if I didn’t come out? – how did I get in there? Too funny.
OMG! This is soooo adorable! I love how your habits are letting her watch TV…LOL! Tell your husband that he missed out. BIG TIME! 🙂 x
He did – he missed out on starring on my blog!
I love this idea! My toddler is only 18 months old, so maybe in a few years time I’ll give this ago. My favourite quotes was “If I get a baby in my tummy it can just stay in there and swim around” LOL!
Very cute! And chocolate, cakes and chips for dinner does sound AWESOME.
Fantastic to be admired most for your red boots – I love a good pair of boots!
Awww so sweet!! How could you not give her chocolate, chips and cake for dinner after that!!