M wants a nerf gun and a WWII themed video game, so we're in negotiations around that. I don't necessarily want any of my kids to be playing with toys that are guns because I don't think guns should be seen or used as toys....but I think M gets that, and I'm beginning to think that I may be acting in a reactionary way, rather than a balanced one. It's not resolved yet, but I'm thinking M should experience these things now, when at least I'm still around to guide him.

They're all into basketball and four square, which to my mind is much healthier. M is also interested in skateboarding, which would be pretty cool, I think.

S is auditioning for the Nutcracker this weekend! She's very excited. It will be very cool if she gets cast.