Oh, is that why?

Do you have a child that seems just a teensy bit toooo sensitive? Well, I have one of those and there are times when I think, "She's never going to survive teenagehood with all the social pressures." And then: "Wait. . . I'm not going to survive her teenagehood!! Auggghghghhghgh!!!" Yes, I'm referring to Moira. I love on her and compliment her and give her loads of encouragement and coping skills, but I still have to deal with a melt-down at least three times a day (not including the sobbing from Brayden teasing her relentlessly). No, this is about not having the right sandwich, or no friends to play with (even though she spent all morning with the neighbor kids), or her blanket is missing, or she doesn't like the snack.

After all that explanation: Moira came up to me last week and very gravely announced, "Mom, the reason I'm so whiny is because every day I need some whining time."

really . . . . ?? What mother knew that one? Is that akin to snack-time or nap-time? What parenting book is that one in?? I'd like to burn it.