The baby got back

For nearly two years, we've been telling Will to be gentle with Charlie, to back away from Charlie, stop smothering Charlie, don't wake up Charlie.

Tired of our ineffective parenting skills, Charlie has taken matters into his own hands.


Will was bouncing on an exercise ball one morning and Charlie sent him sailing with a well placed shove. If Will gets anywhere near the vicinity of the TV while Barney is on, trust me, there's going to be some noise.

And so, we now find ourselves telling Charlie to be nice to Will, not to push Will, stop yelling at Will, and repeatedly informing him that it's OK for Will to be within two feet of him.

Last night as I was putting Charlie to bed, Will came in three times. After each time, I asked Will to please stay out of Charlie's room.

The fourth time he peeked his head in, Charlie very clearly stated, "Stay OUT!"

At least he's using his words.