Against Every Fiber

I have either done the most genius thing or the most idiotic. I've put aside the belief (just a little bit) that children who spend much time playing video games are either dumber for it and/or contribute to the childhood obesity problem. I’ve purchased a Wii gaming system. We’ve already been over the issues I face when we “pretend” Super Bowl or somehow incorporate tackling into pretending World Series. All that roughness goes hand-in-hand with loud crying in the aftermath. And like I’ve said before, this is not conducive to my sanity. Throw in a sleeping baby who can't sleep and we’re headed to the psych unit for at least 3 days. At least!

So, with that in mind – I need a babysitter. Yeah, I said it. If this baby isn’t able to sleep because her ding-dong brothers can’t handle bonks that come with rough-play without taking it personally, then well… I can’t very well lock my kids in the backyard in the middle of December. We’re not in Australia, folks. [that's a weather-related idea... not because they lock their kids in the backyard in December there]

So, the Wii will be a privilege to be earned. It will be something to do when we have to "time-out" for baby naps. And it can be taken away if need be... not to mention having to get off the couch in order to play. I can just see this meaning I can be less medicated in the long-term.

If any of you want to play doubles tennis, BRING. IT. ON.