Now that Samuel is older, and able to move his head, he spends a lot of time watching Thomas. I have heard that this happens when younger siblings begin to worship their older siblings. I just didn’t think it would happen this soon. Good thing the feeling is mutual. When I asked Thomas the other day who his best friend is he said “Samuel”. When I asked why he said “because he does funny tricks”. Must be his ability to wake every two hours without any apparent repercussions.
I can’t vote. Well I can in Australia (and voting is compulsory there), but I am not yet a US citizen. So here’s a little PSA for my American friends. It is important that you vote. I need you to use your voice because I can’t. I’m not going to tell you who to vote for, just ask that you are thoughtful with your choice and do what you think is best for the country. I would feel much more comfortable with whatever the final decision turns out to be if I knew that the voice of the majority was truly heard.
Here’s a little message from one of the most inspiring artists I have ever met. Sekou (the guy who speaks first) did some projects for us at work and is the nicest person you will ever meet. On top of that he has the ability to give me goosebumps every time I hear him perform one of his poems. The way he is able to convey feeling through spoken word is something I aspire to.
And here’s the Hollywood version if you’re killing time. It’s a little long but it gets funny near the end.
He sucks his thumb and it’s incredibly cute. I’ll worry about potential repercussions later, but right now I want to enjoy this short lived period of cuteness.
Almost back to work, which means almost back to reality. A different kind of reality, that is. One of the best things about having a newborn in Portland is the chance to attend the Mommy Matinee. My weekly infusion of (almost) current movies. The up side? You can take the baby along and no one cares if he cries. You can also eat pizza (or other food) and even grab a beer while you escape for a couple of hours. The down side? You don’t get to choose he movie (let’s not talk about The Happening again – but at least I ate lunch while watching so it wasn’t a total waste of two hours).
September 11 marked my final Mommy Matinee. The Movie (Get Smart) wasn’t great but it was a sentimental farewell from this Mummy.
Nicole Ishida Photography 