hide-n-(sensory)-seeking

Here is another treasure from the backfiles. This started as an act of desperation on my part, I just needed her to be occupied so I could finish something, but it quickly became one of her favorite activities. If you have a chalkboard (we made ours on a half wall with chalkboard paint), all you need is a paintbrush, sponge, or washcloth, and a cup of water. Dip the brush in the water and have at it! Kit LOVES how the water turns the board black. So often, she will be at this so long that by the time she gets across the board, the first area she painted will be dry and a fresh pallet once again. You can get creative with the things you use as paintbrushes, but she has been completely happy with our basic art brushes from Walmart. I love watching her do this.

Funny thing about toddlers...they don't seem to care that mom is trying to rest, or have a laid back/light work load kind of day. Nope, they just carry on with their big plans. Because, you know, isn't it really all about them?     Who exploded flour all over the kitchen?     Just follow the footprints. The ittly bitty ones.     The suspect was covered from head to tiny toe!     Then not even two minutes later!     "Look Mama! Somebody spilled pretzels all over the floor!"     "I'll help."     Hmmm...wonder how this happened...     They always return to the scene of the crime!     Oy!