Elias was sent home early today for a probable case of pinkeye. The doctor agreed. I've heard terrible things about this, but it doesn't seem to be bothering Elias: no drainage or anything, just a bit pink at the edge of one eye. On one hand, it's a big pain for me having to take off work. On the other hand, it afforded a great opportunity for more picture-taking!
Elias has recently taken up chicken-chasing in earnest. For a few months he was getting not quite scared, but hesitant around them, so I'm glad for the attitude shift. He nearly always picks out one of the small, quick Leghorns to chase, usually Zitta. The larger 2 hens are more reticent to run, so are not as fun. Here, at the start of a chase, Zitta is already on the run, buff-colored Janus is about to scoot out of the way, and big black Jezibel is preserving her dignity by not budging (Elias actually went around her).
However, even Jezibel runs when faced with a tricycle!
More tricycle antics. He's peddling now, not just scooting. In fact, it looks like he may be in need of a vehicle upgrade.
In our house, kids get their first "big bike" when they turn 4. Matt has already picked his out for his birthday next month. It's blue with aliens. A perfect bike for a 4 year old boy.
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