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“Chalking” April 13, 2009

Posted by Emily in : Daily Life, Family, Little Man Dallin, My Former Dog Children, Princess Hannah , trackback

If you have a toddler, you need sidewalk chalk.  The two go hand in hand, like diapers and newborns.  Really, you can’t have one without the other.

Or, better said, you really shouldn’t have one without the other.

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This is sidewalk chalk.  It promises hours of entertainment and learning.  It won’t disappoint.

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After careful consideration, Hannah selects just the right color to kick off the “chalking” fun.

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This is how I get her to practice her penmanship.  It’s lots of fun. See?

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This is her favorite letter.  Obviously, “H” is for “Hannah.”  But don’t be too impressed just yet, this is the only letter she writes.

Ever.

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“Hop Scotch” is also a must when “chalking.”  This is her new favorite game.  It’s right up there with hide and seek, running around the house screaming, and watching “The Twelve Dancing Princesses.”

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She loves it so much, she talks about “Hop Scotch” almost as much as she talks about “Dora The Explore-Her.”

So you know it’s a lot.

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And look, if you have a dog, (preferably a stinker-dog, but any dog will do the trick) they too will be completely entertained by this invigorating activity.

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No promises on the baby though.  I think Dallin wanted to drill a hole in his head . . . being strapped in the stroller, bored out of his brains.

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1. Kelley - April 13, 2009

Yeah, we probably SHOULD go get more of that stuff, but the last time we had chalk they used it on everything. Sidewalks, patio, walls, doors, themselves, EVERYTHING! I’ve been trying to gear myself up for it since.

These are awesome pictures! Perhaps I should start learning more about photography. I’d love to be able to take beautiful photos like you do.

Are we still on for Wednesday?

2. Emily - April 13, 2009

Hey Kelley! Yes, we’re still on for Wednesday!

3. Kristina - April 13, 2009

I will definitely keep in mind that sidewalk chalk is just as good as TV!

4. Kari Ann - April 13, 2009

Sidewalk chalk and bubbles are the top items in our “outside” basket. I think we go through weekly allotments.

5. Emily - April 14, 2009

What a funny girl! I just love how smart she is. She must have some pretty awesome parents!