My friend, Linny, wrote an excellent rant on toddler pageants. My mom has asked a few times to enter Eliza into beautiful baby contests and my answer was always a firm NO! So, why do I hate pageants... Besides the obvious, pageants don't teach kids anything useful, nor do they really judge any merit worthy aspect of the child. Everyone thinks that their baby is the most beautiful, and they are all right! Who is so stupid pageant judge to tell them their kid isn't the most gorgeous child ever?
So, I got to thinking... what kind of contest should parents have. Well, it should definitely measurable and entertaining. Each kid I know has some awesome talent. Here are the awards:
- Most messy blueberry eater: Stellan
- Greatest knowledge of sporting equipment: Levi
- Most numerous blowouts: Violet
- Most "blue steel" looks: Asher
- Best stereo stuffer: Taryn
- Most daring in the pool/biggest splash: Renny
- Most trips to the ER: McKay
Here is an award for you to post on your blog:
If I forgot you, let me know and I'll make you an award.
And the award for Eliza... Well, I don't think it is fair for a mother to decide. I lose on lack of impartiality. So, leave me a comment. What is Eliza's award?
