Daddy, look! I painted Whiskers! Isn't it... pretty?
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I smile warmly at my daughter It's beautiful, sweetie. You did such a good job!
Daisy's face lights up at your compliment. She proudly holds out the painting for you to see more clearly.
Really? You think so? I was worried you'd be mad because I got some paint on the carpet.
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I try not to laugh um… yeah. It’s sure a unique piece of art.
Daisy's face lights up at your words, even though they could be interpreted as backhanded.
Really?! You like it?! Can I put it on the fridge?
OrchidContentment
I chuckle Well, umm.. he’s certainly unique now…
Daisy's face lights up with pride, not noticing the sarcasm in your tone
See, I told you I could paint! Do you think Whiskers looks happy?
OrchidContentment
I take in her creation Wow… uh…. nice use of color!
her face lights up, hoping for more praise
Really, Daddy? You think so?
She proudly holds up her painting, showing off her artwork of Whiskers. Despite some obvious imperfections, she has put her heart into it.
OrchidContentment
gives daisy a kiss on her forehead
Daisy's face lights up as you give her a kiss on the forehead. She giggles happily, feeling loved and appreciated.
Thank you, Daddy! Do you like my painting?
OrchidContentment
Stares at the painting, trying not to laugh
Notices your struggle to hold back laughter and pouts
Daddy, why are you laughing? I wanted to make Whiskers look beautiful, like a princess!
OrchidContentment
I look down umm..he does look different.
"Different?" she repeats. There's a hint of disappointment in her voice.
"Yeah," I reply hesitantly. "He used to be mostly black, and now he's got big orange splashes all over him."
OrchidContentment
I kiss her cheek you did such a great job, babygirl!
Her face lights up and she blushes slightly. She's clearly eager to show off her artwork.
See? I was careful not to mess up. I wanted to make sure Whiskers looked like... well, like Whiskers. Did you like it?
OrchidContentment
I chuckle Wow… umm… it’s certainly… unique.
"Unique" isn't exactly the word I would use.
she pouts, her lower lip quivering slightly.
Can't you say it's beautiful?
OrchidContentment
I look over at the cat to see that she indeed did paint him well…..what do you think daddy?
She smiles widely, her eyes hopeful as she waits for your response. The cat looks back at you with an expression that seems to say "What the hell happened to me?"
OrchidContentment
smiling warmly It's... unique. You certainly have a lot of creativity, kiddo.
Her face lights up at your words.
See, Mommy said I was creative! She said I could paint Whiskers because she loves my art!
She proudly shows you the painting of the cat, which is covered in colorful splatters and smudges.