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Since school is back in session, I have not been able to get out for new photos, so here’s one of Nolan’s crib that my wife and I put together last week. The first two weeks of school are always a challenge as I try to develop a routine, schedule, and regiment that helps discipline my time and be more productive. Hence, my “Dortian Calvinism” response posts have been stuck in draft mode for almost two weeks! I should have one up by next week on concurrence, causality, and concurrence as I attempt to explain the descent of God’s decree in Baptist confessionalism.
Last night, we braced for the long night of scanning bar codes as we registered at Baby’s-r-Us. Man, I did not realize how much I did not know about baby stuff. I kept thinking to myself, “Who comes up with these things?!” Several baby showers are in the works, both in Louisville and in our hometown of Athens, AL. But I must make a little confession here. I am under the impression that mostly women will be attending these showers, and if that is the case, would it be wrong for me to think that Nolan would be getting too much girly stuff? Now, I am not concerned that Nolan is going to be feminized by the gifts he receives, but neither will he be a girly man (a la Swartzenegger). ๐ I am tempted to hold a blog-party for Nolan to counteract any conspiracy that might occur.
Along those lines, when we came to the stroller section, my mind was taken back to this hilarious video. I thought I’d share it with you. Enjoy!
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I’m glad you got it put together as soon as you did.
We got our daughter’s crib put together the day she was born.
Talk about waiting until the last minute. ๐
BTW, please email or message me and give me the details on the shower down this way. If you don’t mind…
No, you are not wrong to fear about the girly stuff. Just walking through Babies R Us was very emasculating. I kept looking for more “manly” stuff.
Andy,
I don’t know the plans yet, but when I do, I will send you the info. I think it will be in October sometime. Thanks for the interest brother.
I had to attend a “jack and jill” baby shower once. Another single male friend and I wound up acting like those two hecklers from the Muppet Show the whole time. “oh look, she got a nose baster!” “Can I try it for size?” etc.
I think counteracting the feminine is a good idea, but by blogging, not so much. Don’t go crocodile hunter on the boy, but take him hunting and fishing or something like that. I think Nolan is too young for paintball, though ๐
TB,
That video was hilarious.
I remember our Seminary Baby – Jimmy the Firstborn. Now 13. Yikes, I’m old. That kid is going to be driving in three years (already does on his granddad’s farm) and to college in five.
I need to lay down.
Jack and Jill huh. That kind of reminds me of the “tool and gadget” party they gave me before we were married. Nah, no crocodile hunter or camos, but I think Nolan will eventually get some dirt under his little finger nails. ๐
Art,
Yes, you do need to lay down brother. Driving and college is a bit overwhelming!
The crib looks cool. Good job. You know, Women always wonder how their husband will do when faced with aa construction project.
I don’t know how many who commented have kids. I have one girl and as of 3 weeks ago—2 boys. The girly gifts doesn’t need to be a concern. You’d be surprised how well the women do with giving him boy toys. Ok “boy toys” sounds awkward. Anyway, boys will become naturally boyish. My boy just all of a sudden around 2 years hit it. I think when he is able to comfortably play with you, wrestling and things like that with him are fun and good for him. I’m surprised I don’t have a hernia from the many times Landon has dove at my stomach. The only worry you should have is the diaper bag. Tha daddy is feminized by this more than anything else. I would find one you like show it to your wife. This is the most crucial thing for a dad. It’s the one thing that noone associates with you or the baby. They look at this and say, “Oh this one is adorable. She will love this.” Unfortunately, a boy bag hardly makes Mommy look manly, while a girl bag definitely maes Daddy look pretty. Again, awesome job on the crib. You’re gonna do awesome.
LOL on the video! And good job on the crib. The bumper pads are phat! LOL
Yeah, as most said, you’ll do fine. And have no worries about the baby showers. My father-in-law stepped up and got me a weed-eater for one baby shower! Too funny! Anyway, enjoy your time now of uninterrupted sleep. That will dissipate when junior arrives….