The other day my three year old soon to be four year old made a distinct observation. It was very intuitive of him if I do say so my self.
Recently, he has been noticing different features on people. Take for instance, a little girl at the playground had an eye patch on her eye to correct her vision, my son made the statement that she was a pirate! Ahoy, Captain! At that consideration, I explained to him that she had the eye patch on her eye to strengthen her vision in her eye and that his father had to wear an eye patch too when Daddy was a little boy. Well, in three year old wisdom, he insisted she was a pirate and I left it at that.
His opinions are becoming quite apparent especially in his philosophy of himself in the world. Showing his muscles, he always says he is STRONG and BIG using his deep macho voice. Its really quite comical. He made the observation that his little sister, who is one, is cute. I very much appreciated his love and affection he was showing for his sister but at that point I also wanted to endeavor in complimenting him he saying he was really cute, also. Upon saying this, he shocked me with his response. "Mom, I am not cute. I am wonderful." Well, I would have to completely agree with him on this. He is most the positively wonderous blessing.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Toy Borrowing from the Library
I just discovered this program from Cuyahoga County Library where I could borrow toys from the library. It is wonderful. Every time we order new toys, its like Christmas. I keep threaten with my husband that I am just going to wrap the toys we borrow for Christmas because the kids get so excited.
It works like the same as a ordering a book or DVD from the library but the selection of the toys are only listed online unless you visit the Brooklyn Library Branch. I live in Richmond Heights, Ohio so the drive is a little too long. When I order the toys, we usually receive them within 2 to 3 days unless there is a hold on them. We are able to borrow them for 3 weeks and then they must be returned. They can not be renewed after the loan period. For any late toys, its a $0.10 charge per day, which is completely manageable because most library systems charge $1 per day for a movie. The fee for lost, unreturned, or damaged toys is $35.00. The way this is setup is perfect for our family because the kids only play with the toys for about two weeks and then it is old news. They wait in anticipation for the next greater or betteer thing. My three year old understands the concept of returning the toys and does not have any problems with it. My one year old does not even notice if a toy she was playing with is no longer here.
The selection of the toys is wonderful. The Cuyahoga County Library System states that they have over 700 toys to select from. Catergories included are Baby & Toddler Toys, Preschool Toys, School Age Toys, Within each of these categories the library organizes them into active play, baby/toddler, blocks, games, learning skills, literacy, math, music, pretend play, puppets, puzzles, science and nature, and special needs. With the ability to view a picture of each toy, selection is completely straight forward. You look at a toy you desire or your child and just click on a icon stating "Get This Toy," enter your library card number and PRESTO. The toy will be at a local branch within days.
Some of the toys we have received you can tell that they have been in used condition but my children never know the difference. Prior to receiving the toy from the library, each toy is examined, cleaned, and disinfected by the library between borrowers, (which makes alot less work for me!). These precautions reduce your child’s exposure to germs and safety issues resulting from damage, wear, etc.
I can really appreciate this program because it saves me money and make my life a little easier because my children are not breathing down my neck to buy them the next greatest toy. Even though I will not be able to rent a Wii or Playstation or Action figures, its the perfect toys that I prefer my children to play with because it enables their creative, increases they ability and, creates a positive learning environment.
Below are the listing for the toy collection websites in Cleveland, Ohio:
http://www.cuyahoga.lib.oh.us/ToyCollection.aspx
http://librarytv.cuyahogalibrary.org/media2/toys/indexcategories.htm
It works like the same as a ordering a book or DVD from the library but the selection of the toys are only listed online unless you visit the Brooklyn Library Branch. I live in Richmond Heights, Ohio so the drive is a little too long. When I order the toys, we usually receive them within 2 to 3 days unless there is a hold on them. We are able to borrow them for 3 weeks and then they must be returned. They can not be renewed after the loan period. For any late toys, its a $0.10 charge per day, which is completely manageable because most library systems charge $1 per day for a movie. The fee for lost, unreturned, or damaged toys is $35.00. The way this is setup is perfect for our family because the kids only play with the toys for about two weeks and then it is old news. They wait in anticipation for the next greater or betteer thing. My three year old understands the concept of returning the toys and does not have any problems with it. My one year old does not even notice if a toy she was playing with is no longer here.
The selection of the toys is wonderful. The Cuyahoga County Library System states that they have over 700 toys to select from. Catergories included are Baby & Toddler Toys, Preschool Toys, School Age Toys, Within each of these categories the library organizes them into active play, baby/toddler, blocks, games, learning skills, literacy, math, music, pretend play, puppets, puzzles, science and nature, and special needs. With the ability to view a picture of each toy, selection is completely straight forward. You look at a toy you desire or your child and just click on a icon stating "Get This Toy," enter your library card number and PRESTO. The toy will be at a local branch within days.
Some of the toys we have received you can tell that they have been in used condition but my children never know the difference. Prior to receiving the toy from the library, each toy is examined, cleaned, and disinfected by the library between borrowers, (which makes alot less work for me!). These precautions reduce your child’s exposure to germs and safety issues resulting from damage, wear, etc.
I can really appreciate this program because it saves me money and make my life a little easier because my children are not breathing down my neck to buy them the next greatest toy. Even though I will not be able to rent a Wii or Playstation or Action figures, its the perfect toys that I prefer my children to play with because it enables their creative, increases they ability and, creates a positive learning environment.
Below are the listing for the toy collection websites in Cleveland, Ohio:
http://www.cuyahoga.lib.oh.us/ToyCollection.aspx
http://librarytv.cuyahogalibrary.org/media2/toys/indexcategories.htm
Monday, October 3, 2011
The Curious Creature Strikes Again...
My youngest will be turning one at the end of the month. She is the cutest little thing but there is one thing she is full of... mischievous. She has been getting into things like crazy. Her curiousity can not be contained. Always looking for things to play with, my eleven month old topped the toddler mess record for our household.
As I was taking a shower, I usually have my daughter in the bathroom so I can keep an eye on her. Today, I left the bathroom door ajar as I was showering. Taking the opportunist perceptive, she made a jail break. My oldest was watching a video at the time and did not realize his little sister was wreaking havoc upon kitchen.
As her adventure began, I heard her jibber-jabbering and I thought she was playing with her toys. Almost complete with my shower, I heard an eerie silence. I knew she had gotten into something because she eludes to silence in her curiosity opportune moments especially when she knows that she is doing something that she is not suppose to be doing.
Then.... she walks into the bathroom with EGGS! How in the world did she get EGGS? The little monster got into my refrigerator and started playing with EGGS. She decided that she would show Mommy her accomplishment.
Upon seeing my daughter in the bathroom with an egg in each hand, I went in to panic mode. Where did those eggs come from? How did she get to them? How much of a mess will I be cleaning up? I quickly took the eggs and dressed myself as fast as humanly possible. We then made the adventure to the kitchen as the terror music is going on in the background.
Luckily, It was only the eggs. Nothing that is extremely messy. Only, one had been broken completely but a bunch had been cracked severely. So, in my practically characteristic coming out, I made the decision to have scrambled eggs.
My three-year old made his entrance with much enthusiasm in his voice, "LOOK! at this mess!"
I completely agreed with him.
Below shows the results....
As I was taking a shower, I usually have my daughter in the bathroom so I can keep an eye on her. Today, I left the bathroom door ajar as I was showering. Taking the opportunist perceptive, she made a jail break. My oldest was watching a video at the time and did not realize his little sister was wreaking havoc upon kitchen.
As her adventure began, I heard her jibber-jabbering and I thought she was playing with her toys. Almost complete with my shower, I heard an eerie silence. I knew she had gotten into something because she eludes to silence in her curiosity opportune moments especially when she knows that she is doing something that she is not suppose to be doing.
Then.... she walks into the bathroom with EGGS! How in the world did she get EGGS? The little monster got into my refrigerator and started playing with EGGS. She decided that she would show Mommy her accomplishment.
Upon seeing my daughter in the bathroom with an egg in each hand, I went in to panic mode. Where did those eggs come from? How did she get to them? How much of a mess will I be cleaning up? I quickly took the eggs and dressed myself as fast as humanly possible. We then made the adventure to the kitchen as the terror music is going on in the background.
Luckily, It was only the eggs. Nothing that is extremely messy. Only, one had been broken completely but a bunch had been cracked severely. So, in my practically characteristic coming out, I made the decision to have scrambled eggs.
My three-year old made his entrance with much enthusiasm in his voice, "LOOK! at this mess!"
I completely agreed with him.
Below shows the results....
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