In addition to being our bread-winner, home-fixer, computer-repairer, personal juggler, AND Daddy, Paul has added “Mom” to the things he can do.
While Paul was with both kids (wearing one, chasing the other)in the playground, which he kindly did to allow me a little bit of work time, my committee chair called and offered to meet. This is a Really Important Opportunity since he is leaving the country for two months starting the first week of November and the funding deadline for Wenner-Gren is November 1st. So I called Paul, he came running home, I got Kate down for a nap, promised Paul to be home by around 6, and fled out the door.
And of course the meeting went long. And of course I forgot to call.
But, Paul recovered. Managing fussy Kate (who woke up with her tummy in a tizzy), crazy Will, and tacos on the stove, Paul became Mom. I got home to a yummy, healthy dinner on the table and two kids happy to see me. Hooray for Mom!
Amy Lee | 12-Oct-06 at 6:37 am | Permalink
Tell him when he figures out how to breastfeed Kate he’ll earn the title Super Mom – until then, he’s just a plain ol’ Soccer Mom…
eli | 12-Oct-06 at 9:12 am | Permalink
Go Paul! Make all those other Dad’s out there work a bit harder at being the “uber” Dad…Is he available for teaching new dads?
Anonymous | 12-Oct-06 at 10:03 am | Permalink
Well, it is clear to see that the “Apple” falls near the tree!!! 😉
Maybe Amy can use some lessons?
Love
Grandpa George
Holly | 12-Oct-06 at 10:28 am | Permalink
I think Paul would like the “uber” Dad title. Personally, I think he most impressive accomplishment as Dad has been to get up every morning at the crack of dawn to get in work hours early so that he can be with the kids after naptime… a huge help to me, helps cover our limited daycare, and gives them time with him. Incredibly disciplined!