Sunday, July 12, 2009

Little Tikes Endless Adventures Climber and Slide

Our 13 month old is working on his large motor skills. It was the little things that gave it away like him knocking down chairs and trying to climb on them, him trying to climb up on the bed and couch, and him desiring to push larger items around the house. When one of our dining chairs broke I knew we needed some appropriate play equipment, preferably outdoor play equipment.

I began researching outdoor climbers, slides, swings, and play houses and was shocked at the prices. I would have to spend somewhere in the neighborhood of $500 to get the playard I wanted. So I went to craigslist. I found out right away when there is a good deal, it goes fast as I missed out on several great finds. I stuck with it and saw a play house advertised at a garage sale. We went to the garage sale and again, missed out on a good deal, but we headed around the corner to another one. We were astounded to find an amazing deal!

We are now the proud owners of a gently used Little Tikes Endless Adventures Climber and Slide. The best part, we only paid $40 for all of it instead of the retail price of $400! And of course, our little climber loves them!

Thursday, July 9, 2009

Obama and Juinior G8 Delegates



I found this picture on the Drudge Report. I'm not sure if it just looks like the two leaders are checking out this young woman, or if they really are. Either way, it is a funny moment captured by the photographer. Apparently they were taking their places to be photographed with Junior G8 delegates.

Sunday, July 5, 2009

Books

I am a non-fiction junky. I think it has something to do with my love for learning. It must be the teacher in me. Here are some books I am working my way through slowly but surely.



It is becoming even more clear just how strong-willed our child is so this one is for him.