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Mani and Pedi

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“Gracie,” said Chris. “I think it’s time we cut your nails.”

“Say whaaaaa?”

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“Now, don’t freak out. It’s not that big of a deal. Just give me your hand and sit really still.”

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“Oh, that sounds easy,” Gracie said. “Here, let me help you…”

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“No, Gracie. Just let me do it. I can’t see over your head,” said Chris.

“No, Dad! I wanna do it!”

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“Gracie, look at me.”

“Whaaaat Daaaad?” Gracie whined.

“Please let me do this. It will be over in two seconds, I promise.”

“Well…I dunno…”

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“Here, I’ll do the first one and you’ll see how easy it is.”

(snip, snip)

“OWWW!!!” cried Gracie.

“OWWW!!!” cried Chris. “Don’t bite me!”

“You started it!” whined Gracie. “I’m telling Mom!”

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“Go ahead and tell her,” laughed Chris.

“Mom! Dad’s attacking my fingers!”

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“I’m sorry, Puffalump,” I said.  “But I can’t help you.  Your finger nails are like claws.  It’s time to cut them.”

Et tu, Mom?”

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