But this IS my best deadpan!

I have relished my ability to completely IGNORE so much attention seeking behavior with kids. It's hard to concede, but I admit I have met my match.

When Xaye is doing something ridiculous it takes EVERY FIBER of my being not to break my 'disciplinary deadpan'. I find myself looking away time and time again so he won't see my laugh.

They say it is different with your own kid. Ok, I keep finding that it is - but really, how do you explain this to someone? I mean, LOOK AT THAT FACE!

Today we also experienced a new and exciting THREE syllable word.

yes folks, this is the day that our son uttered the word brocolli. I know Bubbe is tickled pink!