Friday, February 26, 2010

Olympic effort

Inspired by the Olympics this week, I realize yet another skill parents must have - let's call it "Toddler Jujitsu"
Classic examples would be a successful pinning down of your child's arms, legs, and head in order to administer some type of medicine with only one hand, as the other hand must be holding said medicine without spilling.
Another class of the sport would be the successful clothing of said toddler in less than 10 minutes when they are determined to be naked - diapering, clothing, ponytail, and shoes. While the offensive side (parent) has the advantage of strength and weight, the defensive side (toddler) has maneuvers such as becoming completely limp, kicking without regard for the target, undressing as fast as possible when unattended - all of which are performed while screaming.
This leads to a well balanced match and often ends where everyone wins a little - the toddler is clothed, but the ponytail is somewhere close to the forehead resembling a crazed quail.

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