Bike Ride

At the beginning of the month, we took our bikes out. We could do this thanks to a new store in town. They are located at the edge of downtown, within walking distance of Cameron Park, and they have a bike trailer for rent.

We are in love with this thing and will probably break down and buy one eventually. It can seat two children, and some models convert into regular and jogging strollers. Neat!

Little Ted had a blast on outing. We rode to the playground and stayed there for about an hour. He enjoyed chasing the other kids and watching them play. I almost convinced him to try out a slide, but he changed his mind at the last minute. We'll have to face that challenge next time.

Super Hero

A week or so ago, we had to run an errand in the rain. We put LT in his rain jacket for the very first time (thank you grandma Gonzalez!).

He knew the coat was different and inspected himself in the mirror after I dressed him. Apparently, he liked what he saw because he would not take it off. The coat became a kind of super hero cape, though I admit he looks more the Gorton fisherman than he does a super hero.

Eventually, we peeled the coat off of him, though it did take some effort.

Yes Sir, Mama!

Lately, we've been working with Little Ted to get him to say "yes sir" or "yes ma'am" when he is asked or (as is more often the case) repeatedly reminded to do something.  He's catching on, for the most part.  It has become his go-to phrase, especially when he has done something he knows he's not supposed to do.

Sometimes, he says the phrase in response to just about any question.  For example, I was feeding him breakfast a couple of days ago, and his yogurt cup was just about empty.  I asked him, "Are you finished?"  He answered, "Yes Sir, Mama!"

I don't so much mind being called sir, so long as it's followed by 'mama' and is said by my little boy.