The Center of the Universe

Ethan was invited to a birthday party for Saturday and we also thought we may go water-skiing. It took an hour to get to the lake so he asked me what we were doing about the water-skiing/birthday party dilemma. I asked him what he wanted to do and he said, "We can drive to the lake and I can go water skiing and tubing with Grandpa, then Grandpa can take me back to the car, you can drive me to the birthday party and then you can drive back down to the lake. That sounds like a good plan." Needless to say, that wasn't the best plan, but I got a kick out of my sons honesty. At least he knows he is a priority in our lives, right?

Father's Day was also today. I was quite excited initially because I felt like I actually planned for it early and planned something that all would enjoy. We did a treasure hunt for D, and Ethan, Av, and D dressed up like pirates- ahoy matey!! I decided not to tell Ethan where all the clues were since he told D earlier in the week about the swim goggles we got him, but he really wanted the treasure to end up behind the couch, so I could not disappoint him. I stayed upstairs and let them search away. After D read the first clue (directing him ever so clearly to the lawnmowers in the garage) Ethan ran straight down the stairs, behind the couch and yelled "I found it, Peanut Butter Reeses" - to my astonishment, he had skipped all the clues and went straight to the treasure and I knew he had really found it because the Reeses were one of the few surprises Ethan did not know about. Ahhhh, the lessons we learn from these kids- do not trust them with any secrets!!!! Funny in my mind I thought my three year old would try to figure out these clues, but I need to think of things in his mind too- I guess we are all the center of our universe to some degree.

As for Father's Day I want to pay tribute to my D, who is truly an outstanding and wonderful Father (truly words can not describe). He loves our kids so much and uses his spare time to be with them (unlike me who needs alone time) - and really be with them. Ethan knows if he wants to play tag- go to Dad... or duck duck goose- Dad, again... soccer, basketball, pirates..., you guessed it, Dad. Thank you D for your patience, goodness and all you teach me and our little sweeties. We love you!