For his birthday, Parker really really really wanted a little Hot wheels car named Chick (from the CARS movie)... To trick and suprise him we wrapped it up and stuck it in a big printer paper box and then put a bunch of magazines in it to make it heavy.
It was the last gift we gave him and as he looked at it, he said, "Hmm... definitely not a racecar but it's big. Cool!". Well, he tore into the gift, quickly opened the box and looked in. His face said it all and as he tried not to express his disappointment he looked at us and said, "Magazines??? This wasn't on my birthday list. Maybe Mom's list but not on mine." We started laughing and showed him the gift wrapped up next to the magazines. To which he exclaimed, "Whew! I thought you really gave me magazines for my birthday! That would have stinked."
So now you know... Pottery Barn catalogs are not a winner as a fun birthday gift for a 5 year old boy!
2 comments:
What? I figured that was a perfect gift for an active, creative boy of 5! Great trick, mom and dad! What a joy everything becomes when kids are involved, including watching gift opening! :-) Glad he had a super great day!
Can't believe that over 5 1/2 years ago, we were walking around the Henry County High School track, discussing what being a parent must be like. Now, 5 years and 4 kids later. . . I still am so clueless as a parent, but by the grace of God, have healthy, beautifully adjusted kiddos! ha ha!
hmmm.... yeah... what is parenting like?? Not sure if I can still describe it...All I know is that it is wonderful and even more amazing sharing in it with you!
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