E.T. Spoiler Alert

Whispers "Mom? Mom?"

"Shh, Bob. Let's watch the movie."

"But Mom, does E.T. die in this movie?"

"No."

"But it seems like someone dies in the movie."

"No one dies in the movie."

"But it seems like that's going to happen and I have to be ready."

"Really, I promise. Everyone's okay in the end."

"Dad?"

"Shh, Bob."

"But Dad, does someone die in this?"

"Nope."

"But E.T. looks all dead."

"Just watch and see what happens."

"Not even the dog dies?"

"No one dies."

"Oh, look! He's alive again!"

"Shh."

"Mom? No one died. Why are you crying at E.T.? Are you crying at E.T.? No one dies and he was saved by love!"

Smacksy Sunday Links

Teeny tiny books made by the young Bronte sisters. Fascinating.

30 magical photos of children playing from around the world.

How animals eat their food. This made me do the Lol.

A wild kitty and a camera.

Happy Sunday.

Smacksy Saturday Photo: Full Contact Naps

I guess this makes Mr. Rosenberg the little spoon?

Traditions

4 year-old Bob on another 4th

Another 4th. Another pancake breakfast at the police department. Another tiny town parade. Another lunch with friends. Another fireworks show at the high school football field. Another holiday I never tire of. I wasn't born on the fourth of July but it feels like my birthday. Wishing you a happy one, America.

At Home And Resting

"Mom? Is Teddy's oral surgery going to make him look different?"

"No. It's just one tooth."

"Are they going to put in a new tooth?"

"No. He'll be fine without it."

"Can't they put in a silver or gold one for him?"

"Teddy doesn't need a grill. It's a small tooth and he'll be fine."

"Okay. It won't change his barking voice, will it?"

"Not at all. When he gets home he'll still be a little goofy from the anesthesia, but that's it."

"Mom, we won't even be able to tell because his usual is goofy."

Happy To Oblige

"Mom? Why did the waiter give me this?"

"It has the kids menu on the back."

"No, I mean he gave me crayons too. That never happens at this restaurant."

"Yeah."

"He must really want me to color this. I guess it would be impolite not to."

I Have Been Warned

"Teddy! Come inside! Okay, Bob. It's time for bed. Teddy! Ted!"

"Wait, Mom. I can get Teddy to come in."

"You really need to be in bed right now and I really need to get Teddy inside."

"But, Mom - watch. Teddy! Teddy Come in Teddy! See? Here he comes."

"Wow. How'd you do that?"

"Mom, you have no idea what I'm capable of."