I'm back

So I'm back from my badly needed vacation. It was nice to step back, take a breather, and check out this thing called self-preservation. Apparently it's rather vital for peace of mind. Go figure.

Anyway, I had a blast while I was over there in Wisconsin. Yes, I had a good time in a state that is known for cheese and cheese heads. I relaxed (what a concept!), hung out with my sister and her family, and went to a bunch of different places. One of those places just happened to be this massive music festival called Summerfest. We went on Friday and saw Black Stone Cherry, Fuel, and Sum 41. All within the span of about three hours. And the nice thing about the festival is that the only thing you pay for is admission and food and beverage. All the concerts were free. Which is a good thing when you're paying four bucks for a small plastic cup of beer.

All right, I'm done yakking about myself. Now it's time for me to tell you about the munchkin. She is now one and a half and a total ball of energy. She's running and chatting nonstop and all over the place. While I was there, she entered the "why" phase and learned the word "uncle". I read her the same five books over and over again (she has more, she just kept handing me these five), and learned plenty about raising a child.

For instance, just because they tell you "no", more often than not it means yes. Especially when they tell you "no" while they are reaching for whatever it is they want. So you would ask her if she wanted something and she would automatically say "no" and then you would ask if she meant "yes". More often than not, it does mean "yes". Another thing is that the more they fight you when you are getting ready to put them down for a nap or whatever, the more they actually need the rest. I have always heard the phrase "out of the mouth of babes" and I finally got to find out why. Man, she had some real gems. And, of course this goes without saying, but the more disgusting it is, the more they are attracted to it.

Anyway, I just wanted you all to know that I made it there and back safely and that I had a great time. I am definitely more rested and feeling a whole lot better about a lot of things. Take care out there and I will post again soon.