January 2008 This Christmas we (choose your favorite of the following statements) a) became lemmings and got swept up in the tide of popular opinion, b) fully entered the 21st century by finally buying a gaming system, c) got really lucky and actually found a Wii. I must say that I was really reluctant to take this step, and worried about the social, emotional, and intellectual ramafications on my children of bringing VIDEO GAMES into the house (I'm sure that really surprises those of you who know me well), but I've been quite happy with it so far. First of all, I love how small the unit is, and I love that the kids get up and move around (except for Caleb. He's trying to perfect the art of Wii Sports from a reclined position). We have had to have some discussions on the art of loosing gracefully (the funniest for me was when Sheridan was seriously upset that the 7-year-old neighbor girl beat him at boxing) and being good sports, but for the most part, the boys have done really well with their new toy. We've all really enjoyed it--Guy thinks it's pretty darn cool, and Mitchell tries to get in on the action as well. I think I got the biggest kick out of seeing my (almost 72-year-old) dad (who made a great look-alike Mi) bowl
with the boys and Shanda on Sunday. As beginner's luck would have it (or maybe its the years of wisdom and experience), my Dad won.
January 2008 This Christmas we (choose your favorite of the following statements) a) became lemmings and got swept up in the tide of popular opinion, b) fully entered the 21st century by finally buying a gaming system, c) got really lucky and actually found a Wii. I must say that I was really reluctant to take this step, and worried about the social, emotional, and intellectual ramafications on my children of bringing VIDEO GAMES into the house (I'm sure that really surprises those of you who know me well), but I've been quite happy with it so far. First of all, I love how small the unit is, and I love that the kids get up and move around (except for Caleb. He's trying to perfect the art of Wii Sports from a reclined position). We have had to have some discussions on the art of loosing gracefully (the funniest for me was when Sheridan was seriously upset that the 7-year-old neighbor girl beat him at boxing) and being good sports, but for the most part, the boys have done really well with their new toy. We've all really enjoyed it--Guy thinks it's pretty darn cool, and Mitchell tries to get in on the action as well. I think I got the biggest kick out of seeing my (almost 72-year-old) dad (who made a great look-alike Mi) bowl
with the boys and Shanda on Sunday. As beginner's luck would have it (or maybe its the years of wisdom and experience), my Dad won.
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