Category: Family
Bathtime Mohawks
The other night, I started running the bath. Thought I’d get a jump on bathtime. Then I came downstairs to collect my charges. “But dad, what about treats. We didn’t have our treat yet,” Ella protested. “OK, have a quick treat,” I caved. Then, get the treat. Eat the treat. Get distracted. Well, when I …
Smiles and laughing
At night, we play a game with his shirt. I pull it over his head and leave it dangling down his back like long locks. “Look at my long hair, dad.” I remember I used to do that when I was small. It seemed so fun then. And it always gets a smile out of …
Walletsized Benny and Ella
They went to nursury school as toddlers in September. I remember being so worried about them, telling LA that they were too small. Deep down inside, I didn’t want to let go of the toddlers. And now, they’re all grown up. What’s a dad to do?
Skating
A few weekends ago, we bought skates. I thought, swing by the skate exchange and pick up a few pairs and off we go. I didn’t put it altogether. You can’t just put your precious 3 and a half year old on ice without a helmet…with a full face mask. And, of course, the skates …
Canoe trip
We had a great celebration of LA’s MBA graduation at Canoe on this night and had a magnificient culinary experience. Not to mention the stunning city views from no less than the best table in the house.
My MBA Goddess
In South Beach, celebrating the graduation of my MBA Goddess.
School Chums
The other day, I asked Ella who was her best friend at school. “Ben,” she said.
Trick or Treating
Ben was a lion. Ella was an elephant. When Ben arrived at the doors, he’d say: “Trick or treating.” I corrected him at the next couple of doors. Then, he turned to me and said: “It’s ‘Trick or Treat’, not ‘Trick or Treating’, right Dad?” Here they are sampling the loot!
Crazy Frog in the House
Thanks to James and Mark for the Crazy Frog invasion. Note: Click here if you want to download and view offline.