A great Superbowl last night. Thing 1 and Thing 2 stayed up until 10pm watching the whole game. And they were cheering for the Packers so there was a lot to cheer about. Here they demonstrate their touchdown dances which we get to see after every score.
Author: suburbandaddy
Classic Video
I’ve been converting the endless hours of analog videos from the last 7 years to digital format, and came across this classic from a couple years ago.? It’s so typical of how Thing 1 and Thing 2 play together still.
You Want A New What?
That was the question I asked after this exchange. We were in the bathroom and Thing 3, who is finally, it appears, ready to use the potty for good.
The scene: sitting on the potty, he’s a little frustrated because he can’t go.
Thing 3, in a concerned, whining voice: Daddy, my penis is smooshed. I want a new one.
Unique Style
Thing 3 definitely marches to his own beat. Every 3 year old pretty much does that, except Thing 3 takes it to a new level. This kid has a unique way of expressing himself which provides endless amusement for us.
No Wine For You
I took Thing 3 to his allergist appointment late this afternoon. Doctor appointments are an adventure with him. And by adventure, I mean they are usually filled with screaming and tantrums. He was actually quite good today and even let the nurse weigh and measure him. Still, it had been a long day with Thing 2 home sick and Thing 4 sent home early with pink eye. This was the exchange we had when we got into the car to head home.
Me: Let’s go home. I’m ready to drink some wine. Should we do that?
Thing 3: Daddy, we don’t whine. No whining.
I guess all the times we’ve been telling him to stop whining have sunk in. Sort of.
Miracles Happen
It takes a miracle to get Things 1-3 to sit still, at the same time, for more than 10 seconds. There is a reason you don’t see many pictures of all three.
But miracles do happen. And this miracle is sold in stores everywhere. It’s called Nintendo Wii and it’s worth every penny.
Major New Years Resolutions
It’s never too early to begin making New Years resolutions. Even if you are seven years old. So what would a first grader resolve to do in 2011? ? This is what Thing 1 came up with.
1. “Learn more about the world”
Sure, sounds nice.? Maybe he has some plans to do some traveling this year.
2. “To practice soccer”
Uh, he hasn’t played soccer since he was 3.? Baseball?? Sure.?? Football?? Maybe.? Even basketball since we just got a hoop in the driveway.? But soccer?? He hasn’t mentioned soccer in years.? But I guess that’s the point of new years resolutions.
3. “Run more”
I don’t see that is possible.? He wakes up and runs out of bed and doesn’t stop until bedtime.
4. “Read more”
I like that one.
There Is A Resemblance
As her personality emerges, we’ve noticed a lot of similarities between Thing 4 and Thing 2. Both are easygoing babies who thrive on being around people. They are happy, smiley, and entertain themselves with their own voice. Thing 2 is still like this but when you compare these videos of a recent Thing 4 and Thing 2 when he was about the same age, the similarities are clear.
Here’s a recent video of Thing 4 in her high chair.
Compare with a video of Thing 2 in the same high chair four years ago.