Category Archive: The Firstborn

Puddle Jumpers

Puddle Jumpers

Today, The Firstborn wanted to play soccer.  Nothing would deter him.  I tried to convince him that it was too cold outside.  By the time …

 

The Family That Plays Together

The Family That Plays Together

Sometimes I wish I were a musician.  I wish I could bestow a deep appreciation of music onto the boys, but then again, they don’t …

 

One’s Man Trash is One Kid’s Adventure

One’s Man Trash is One Kid’s Adventure

Living out in the county does have its advantages.  Instead of paying extra in property taxes, the county says “Deal with your trash yourself.” Now most …

 

Dead Fish Swimming

Dead Fish Swimming

This saga began sometime in late 2009. The Firstborn had enjoyed watching and feeding his cousins’ fish while visiting them that fall.  He talked about how …

 

Oh…The Places Silly Putty Will Go

Oh…The Places Silly Putty Will Go

Silly Putty.  What joy you brought to a child in the early 80′s! And now your joy has spread to the next generation. The Firstborn received …