Being a father

I have twin boys, 18 months now... I am dreading the terrible-2's :eek:
Their favourite past-time was switching my PC and UPS on and off - made me irritated to say the least. I have now used buff tape to stick R5 coins over the power and reset switches. wonder how long it will be before they figure out how to remove the tape? :)
 
CodeMaster said:
I have twin boys, 18 months now... I am dreading the terrible-2's :eek:
Their favourite past-time was switching my PC and UPS on and off - made me irritated to say the least. I have now used buff tape to stick R5 coins over the power and reset switches. wonder how long it will be before they figure out how to remove the tape? :)
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Bad news is it's more like the techno-twos now. They're somehow obsessed with gadgets. He knows the touchpad on the laptop..point and click..and knows how to open movies & replay videos on VLC player.

Can also use PAINT.
 
moer said:
My kids fav shows when they were younger were:

Arthur (slightly older)
Curious george
Bear in the big blue house
Blues clues

You should be able to find them online somewhere *cough*
The reason I say they were their favourites is cos we enjoyed them too ;)
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Thomas was my Wifes favorite as a child so I am in a corner with a white flag on this one :)

Don't mind, she has fun, I have fun watching her having fun. Truly symbiotic.
 
lived666 said:
Being a dad is the best thing ever, but at the age of 2 my son was a frikken monster. Now we spend ages on the xbox together, (ok when he lets me play), but at 2, I used to check the back of his head to see if a 666 was forming, man he was a demon child.
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don't you just hate it that he kicks you butt at every single game?
 
Kompete said:
Ever since I became a father, I just want to spend time with my kid (now 2). At work I often think how much I'd rather be with him, kicking a ball or just running around.

However when I'm actually with him (after a while) I cant wait for his mom or nanny to take him cause he just drives me crazy sometimes...:love:

Anyone experience this?
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Yup - that sounds about normal - LOL - it get's better, then it gets worse (8) then it gets better again (9)
 
CodeMaster said:
I have twin boys, 18 months now... I am dreading the terrible-2's :eek:
Their favourite past-time was switching my PC and UPS on and off - made me irritated to say the least. I have now used buff tape to stick R5 coins over the power and reset switches. wonder how long it will be before they figure out how to remove the tape? :)
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I am a twin muhahahah be prepared because its tag team style:twisted:
 
AstroTurf said:
Thomas was my Wifes favorite as a child so I am in a corner with a white flag on this one :)

Don't mind, she has fun, I have fun watching her having fun. Truly symbiotic.
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Totally get that :D
Happy wife - happy universe!
 
Is it normal for fathers to be so involved and almost possessive over a newborn? :) I have never seen Mr Blu like this ! He loves doing so many things for baby Blu ... I swear if he could breastfeed, he'd do that too!

I know I should be thankful, but sometimes it is a little overbearing. It is almost like I have to fight for my space and my rights when it comes to our baby :)
 
Kompete said:
Ever since I became a father, I just want to spend time with my kid (now 2). At work I often think how much I'd rather be with him, kicking a ball or just running around.

However when I'm actually with him (after a while) I cant wait for his mom or nanny to take him cause he just drives me crazy sometimes...:love:

Anyone experience this?
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It's natural. But honestly, enjoy all the time you have with them. They grow up so quickly and become independent. You'll be wishing for times like these in years to come.

Best advice I can give... enjoy each and every moment you can with them today.
 
blunomore said:
Is it normal for fathers to be so involved and almost possessive over a newborn? :) I have never seen Mr Blu like this ! He loves doing so many things for baby Blu ... I swear if he could breastfeed, he'd do that too!

I know I should be thankful, but sometimes it is a little overbearing. It is almost like I have to fight for my space and my rights when it comes to our baby :)
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Count your blessings and take full advantage!!! The burden is a significant one and best shared...
 
blunomore said:
Is it normal for fathers to be so involved and almost possessive over a newborn? :) I have never seen Mr Blu like this ! He loves doing so many things for baby Blu ... I swear if he could breastfeed, he'd do that too!

I know I should be thankful, but sometimes it is a little overbearing. It is almost like I have to fight for my space and my rights when it comes to our baby :)
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Heh... that's pretty cool IMO, not very common. It's good for him for sure. The thing to watch for is *excuse what's about to follow* when he's competing with your kid for your *EDITED* attention. Balancing the nookie can be a challenge lol. Some people have a hard time kick starting romance after a little one, but it will happen in due time, just take time out from junior and grab every opportunity you have when you're not feeling dead tired. I'm always going to stick up for dads on this point! Also, bear in mind that it doesn't take alot to make him happy :)

Just be careful of belieiving stories about not falling pregnant while breastfeeding. First hand experience says it's easier than you realise!
 
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blunomore said:
Is it normal for fathers to be so involved and almost possessive over a newborn? :) I have never seen Mr Blu like this ! He loves doing so many things for baby Blu ... I swear if he could breastfeed, he'd do that too!

I know I should be thankful, but sometimes it is a little overbearing. It is almost like I have to fight for my space and my rights when it comes to our baby :)
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There was an interesting article in the Sunday paper about fathers and new borns.
Because of the natural maternal bond - new dads sometimes overcompensate in their role as they try to bond with the newborn - and apparently whilst the baby naturally recognizes the mother based on sound and movement - dads are just a blur/blob
 
moer said:
One thing we learned (we had three), teach them the tough stuff when they're young and you won't have to do it all over again when they're bigger and harder to sort out lol.
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Not only that (true though), they are more malleable and adaptable at a young age rather than as big, sullen teenagers (I have 3 sons – 26, 23 & 18).
 
Jennifer Lopez said:
There was an interesting article in the Sunday paper about fathers and new borns.
Because of the natural maternal bond - new dads sometimes overcompensate in their role as they try to bond with the newborn - and apparently whilst the baby naturally recognizes the mother based on sound and movement - dads are just a blur/blob
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Since we work from home, he spends so much time with her, that she definitely recognises his face/voice/etc :)

He has kids from his previous marriage, so I guess he is trying to do better this time around!
 
blunomore said:
Is it normal for fathers to be so involved and almost possessive over a newborn? :) I have never seen Mr Blu like this ! He loves doing so many things for baby Blu ... I swear if he could breastfeed, he'd do that too!

I know I should be thankful, but sometimes it is a little overbearing. It is almost like I have to fight for my space and my rights when it comes to our baby :)
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I was told that I was like that when my 7 month old was born. I didnt realise it then and just wanted to be with baby 24 / 7. Now, I am less possessive and less on edge I guess.
 
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