There, I've said it. The Tooth Fairy, that magical being who is supposed to bring joy to little ones as they part with their baby teeth, is nothing but a nuisance and a constant reminder that we're not stepping up our game as much as our friends on Instagram.
Don't believe me? See if this situation sounds at all familiar, because it seems to play itself out in our home EVERY time a child loses a tooth.
You see, the tooth never comes out early enough in the day for Mom to visit the bank and get the special coins. It also never comes out at night when Dad's home, so we can't raid his wallet or ask him to stop for change on his way home. It always finds a way to fall out at the least convenient time. Maybe there really is a Tooth Fairy, and her real job is to wreak havoc on unknowing parents. Because if that's true, she's mighty good at her job!
For now, I'm stocking up on dollar coins so I won't be left scrambling the next time. If only I could remember my oh-so-special hiding place!