Friday, September 30, 2011

Afternoon play routine

A new after school routine has evolved.   We arrive home at 3:00pm, and the girls have a snack while Baby George has a bottle.  Then Baby George hangs out on the floor while they play. 

The cast of characters includes Lauren:


Gracie:



and Baby George.  He would like for you to note that his participation is less than voluntary:



The girls have introduced George to their many, many dolls and characters from their doll house and other various toys.  Below you will see that Gracie recently shared her Belle doll. 




Lauren is less likely to share, but enjoys showing George her toys before skipping away.





The full tableaux (below).  At least they do not use Baby George as a speed bump for their vans.



But he does have to endure looking at their American Girl catalogs.  Below, Gracie is encouraging him to "pick out which one he likes best". 




In all seriousness, Baby George loves this play time.  He laughs, kicks and swings his arms about wildly.  Afterward, he is completely wiped out, both mentally and physically.  I have cautioned Gracie and Lauren that they should cherish this time as well because the dynamic will radically change once he is mobile. 


No comments: