First Things First

This afternoon, my mom (who is visiting from CA) and Toad and I went to a local sandwich shop to have lunch. I ordered, while mom got Toad situated in the high-chair. Once I sat down and our food was brought to our table, I was distracted with finding my spoon and napkin. I hear my mom quietly saying my name, trying to get my attention. When I look up, I see that Toad has grabbed my mom's hand and is reaching out for mine. He wanted to pray! Now, granted, he wasn't planning on being the one to say the prayer, but he apparently knew that before we eat, we pray. First things first, ya know. So, we said a short thank you to Jesus and he was quite content with that. He smiled and then promptly proceeded to devour his grilled cheese sandwich.... and flirt with every girl that came in the door...from age 2 to 20. It just warmed my heart that he has picked up on something so important at such a young age.

Now, we just have to work on manners when it comes to passing gas. After we got home, he was standing between my mom and me and he just let out a long, indiscreet fart. It was sorta startling, actually. Afterwards, he looked up at me, with those precious eyes glimmering, and smiled. It was really as if he knew that what he did was not okay for just anyone to do and get away with. Then, again, with that smile, he might be able to get away with it far longer than most people.