the serious side of my wild one

My favorite part of this picture (besides that face, of course) is the little girl's hair.  I was sitting nearby and asked what color he planned to make it.  His response:  "Well first brown, and then some yellow on top."  Yay for a boy who already realizes the importance of highlights!

I want to  remember how serious my A is about his occasional preschool "homework".  It has already caused panic, elation and even tears.  His ultimate concern is about doing it *right*. 

And his concern against *wrong* does not stop there.  While folding laundry today I turned on Scrooge (Albert Finney 1971 version - my favorite Christmas film), and conspiratorially whispered to Aidan that I had stolen the DVD from Grandma Cyndee (yes, Cyn, this is my confession...but do I have to make restitution?).  His response:  "I'm not going to watch it until you tell Grandma you have it."  Yay (maybe?!) for a boy who will keep us in *right*!

Comments

[Tonya Whiting]

Amy,
That is so cute that A will not watch the movie until you fess up! I can't wait to see you guys tomorrow night.
Love,
Tonya

[April]

I love the deliberate conscientiousness of "your wild one." Can't wait to meet him in real life.

[Megan]

He's a great colorer (sp?). Talin is always bringing home homework, you'd be shocked at how much they do and learn in kindergarten.

[Mandi]

I love the serious face and the highlights! He's just suddenly become interested in coloring and is so dang good at it! I love that he wouldn't watch the movie - that's hilarious! I guess your kids will keep you on track, you criminal!

[mandy]

that cracks me up about the highlights. He is such a good boy!

[Tiffany]

What a fun insight into your A. Kids see things how they really are (of course through kid-level-vision)!

[Melissa]

Isn't amazing what children notice about people and the world? Love the lady with the highlights. I am also amazed at the goodness of children. Makes me want to try harder to be good everyday. :)

[Michelle]

What a cutie pie! He looks so deep in thought working on his homework.

[Jordan]

Highlights and honesty, A's wife has it made with a boy who's got priorities. Lovely tidbits today.

[jenny c.]

Him and Luke would make the perfect pair. That is just too cute. I love the demand of not watching it until you confess :)

[sheri]

He is such a good boy! I am impressed with the coloring. Kate scribbles as fast as she can just to be done. I love that he wants to keep you honest!

[Katie]

He looks like he's doing a great job on that coloring--serious stuff! Too funny, though it sounds like he's on the *right* track.

[Shanon]

That is a sweet face! I love his lips and way to teach him about highlights!

[Kelly]

I loved Jordan's comment. So true!

He will keep you in line in the mean time. I love this picture. Can I just say that your photography gets more amazing by the day!

[Aprilyn]

What a good boy you have there. These kids are sent here to teach us just as much as we are here to teach them. Does that sound confusing enough??

[Jill]

He's so cute. I love his serious and determined expression and am impressed that he gave the girl highlights.

[Cyn]

My MOVIE!!! Well, I guess my permission is given but only if Aidan will watch it with me again.