Life According to Little Man
In the few months since Little Man has turned three, he has changed more than ever. Along with the bumpy road that is self-regulation, there has been a remarkable shift in the workings of his mind. He has grown so much in his ability to soak up the world around him and interpret it in his own unique way. While his stubborn drive to do things himself or indulge his curiosity at inopportune times (like needing to get out the door) can cause me to need to take some extra deep breaths, I also find I'm intrigued and amused by him constantly. His humor has become more pronounced and intentional. Some of what he says makes me laugh for reasons he doesn't understand, but some of his remarks are absolutely about nailing the joke. Granted, he doesn't hear quite what I hear as he attempts to sing metal songs in the bathtub; he does know that mimicking my tone or making silly faces will be a hit. As a teacher I can only hope he learns to use his powers for good. Lately I'm more in ...