Comments on: Staring into the future with fingers crossed (Part 1)

By: Blogger Dad

Blogger Dad — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:39:22 +0000

B. Wilde – That’s a cute story. Yeah, I guess people watching is a lifelong obsession.

Dot – Thank you, I appreciate the nice words. My wife took the photo. Although I’ve taken some good shots in my time, my wife has taken all the best shots of our son.

By: Dot

Dot — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 10:48:32 +0000

That photo is so sweet, and it shows just the things you write about -- the innocence and the vulnerability. Dots last blog post..Haiku Friday

By: B. Wilde

B. Wilde — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 06:55:37 +0000

It's so fascinating to see our children take interest in other kids as they are starting into the social scenes of playground society. We had our daughter in a singing group when she was four. The thing was, she learned the songs, wore the performance dress and attended all the performances. She just didn't sing when she was up in front of people. It wasn't that she was shy. She was just too interested in watching the boy on her left and the girl on her right. I guess people watching begins at a young age. She is now thirteen and still loves to watch others with amazement. B. Wildes last blog post..Being Volunteered to Shovel-out the Barn

By: Blogger Dad

Blogger Dad — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:36:07 +0000

Woops, somehow I forgot to go back and check the comments on the first part.

Kyddryn – LOL. That’s a good point, hopefully his observation will pay off.

LizP – I agree. I like watching my son when he’s ‘reading’ his books. He often points at the pictures and rambles on in his toddler gibberish.

Dave – Thank you. I questioned writing this because the second part is a rather depressing look back at my childhood. I didn’t want to write something seeking sympathy. Yet, at the same time, I wanted to speak to my fears.

Jamie – Yes, Writer Dad has been an inspiration to many of us. I will try to make sure he sees my more conversational and friendly side.

Heather – Hey, fancy meeting you here. Thank you for stopping by. And I can’t wait till you visit. Maybe now that he’s a bit older, he’ll recognize the twin factor and scratch his head wondering, “I have two mommies?”

By: Staring into the future (Part 2) — Blogger Dad

Staring into the future (Part 2) — Blogger Dad — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 06:15:33 +0000

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By: Aunt Heather

Aunt Heather — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 02:39:23 +0000

Aw, how sweet! I’d run over and hug that little guy too if I saw him standing on the playground:) Can’t wait to see him again. Thanks for sharing on your blog.

By: Jamie Simmerman

Jamie Simmerman — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:19:35 +0000

Glad to see Sean rubbing off on you! I feel for you in wanting to protect your son. It hit me hardest when my oldest went to kindergarten. I have two boys who are completely opposite. One is a social butterfly- never met a stranger (like me). The other is shy and quiet (like my husband). I've noticed the littlest one interacting with others more and making friends more readily because his brother encourages him and provides an example. Your son can learn to be a happy medium when it comes to socialization. Jamie Simmermans last blog post..Picking the Brain of Naomi Dunford

By: Dave Fowler

Dave Fowler — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:39:59 +0000

BD, totally cool article. Loved it.

Dads in touch with their feelings? Whatever next?

I honestly don’t understand why you questioned publishing this. It doesn’t undermine you, it shows you’re a great bloke.

I was shy as a kid and I’m shy as an adult. I don’t want my kids to grow up the same way. I don’t want them to be precocious either but there’s a happy medium to be found.

I wish I could still stare like children do. I often want to stare and have a good look, but it’s not the done thing.

Looking forward to part two, you soppy fool.

Dave Fowlers last blog post..Flaps. Check. Undercarriage. Check.

By: LizP

LizP — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:30:00 +0000

I love watching my 3 year old when he doesn't know I'm there. Little kids are so amazing in how they interact with others and even their toys. LizPs last blog post..04/05/08 Good Advice

By: Kyddryn

Kyddryn — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 19:03:46 +0000

He's not shy, he's studying his prey. Honestly, I think the ones who watch, listen, truly observe the chaos - they're looking for and finding the patterns. When he's older, he'll know who is alpha, who is beta, who is omega...and he'll know just how to insert himself into the group without disrupting the dynamic. Rare and wonderful, the occasions when one may watch without the observation influencing behavior. Looking forward to the rest of the tale... Shade and Sweetwater, K Kyddryns last blog post..Feh!