Jugs are just the start

Earlier today, Melissa posted a picture of Channing trying to drink straight from the jug (milk jug). I had come home for lunch and finished off the last couple sips. As soon as I put the cap back on, Channing had to have the jug. He immediately put it up to his mouth, lifted it up, and tilted his head back.

Melissa says that I have to be careful in order to not teach him bad habits. But I see this as just laying the foundation. If I don't train him while young, how will I ever get him to do more awesome things - like a motorcycle rope swing? I guess Melissa now knows the real reason I want to live in an area that has a lot of trees!

But we'll have to work up to that. We were outside today. I recently bought a used lawn mower. I thought I'd prime it & start it up, just to make sure it works. I look back towards Channing and see 2 things:

Channing standing by the side of the house screaming
Melissa giving me a disapproving head shake/scolding from the kitchen window

Hopefully #1 will resolve itself as Channing ages. I assume #2 will continue for as long as I'm allowed to play with the children. （ ¬___¬ ）

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