So, my kid is funny. And I’m sure your kids are funny. In fact I know they’re funny and sweet and say all kinds of clever things!
When I saw this idea Jaxon wasn’t even talking yet…but it’s one I remembered! I started it a few months ago but it only lasted a day or so. But on the 1st I started it again.
What is it? It’s the“Jar of Jaxon”. Yes, that’s the best I could come up with for now!
The idea is to write down the funny, sweet, clever, etc. things that your kids say and place them in a jar. I think the reason it didn’t last long the first time was that I didn’t have the right set-up. Well, now I’ve got the set up!
In the little basket I keep the jar and pre-cut strips of paper (all sizes) and a pen or markers. That way I can go right away and write it down so I don’t forget!
The other day I had the jar out in the living room. Jaxon thought it was like the the Christmas jar where he got to pick a piece of paper out and do something. So here’s how the conversation went:: (and YES I wrote it down and now it’s in the jar)
J: MOMMY, is this for me? What do I get to do today?
S: Well, buddy this jar is not like the Christmas jar. The jar has paper with funny things that you’ve said.
J: MOMMY….I am NOT funny, I’m SERIOUS.
S: (laughing) See… THAT was funny!
It was his tone of voice that was really funny. That night he wanted me to read him all the notes in the jar.I think it made his day. I know having this jar will make me smile for days and years to come!
originally posted by Suzanne @ Happy Chaos
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That is a great idea! I found a book years ago when mine were little and it was titled, “Things my kids say I never want to forget” and I used it all the time to write down their funny little things. They love to read through it now and laugh and laugh.
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Great idea Suzanne! You have it all set up cute too, very creative.
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That is a super cute idea! I’m hoping that my blog will serve a similar purpose by recording all the funny stuff they do and say!
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Absolutely fabulous idea!
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