Who?  Me?

 

Yes, I guess so.  It could be worse -- it could be me crying.  Mommy constantly makes fun of me whenever I do cry; she thinks my crying face is sooooo adorable!  But as far as I'm concerned, this is as close to crying as things should get!

Yea, me being mega-cute! 

Or, even cuter!

So, with that in mind, I think I'll go cause some parental units lots of trouble!

FORK!!!!

There are two main ways one can eat.  First is by using one's hands.  This is primative yet effective, in ost cases.  It gives you a chance to enjoy both the taste and texture of one's food -- as well as make a big mess!

But in more civilized company, I'm perfectly capable of using a fork. It has the advantage of being a bit more relaxed in pace.

And, if Mommy or Daddy tries to steal my food, it gives me something to stab them with!!

Wrestlemania!

Of all the insane things to see on TV, I got to see All Star Wrestling!  Now, I don't know about you but it looked like it was a lot of fun.  People were flying all over the place.  I just had to try it -- and Mommy was available!

I immediately tried the Flying Spencer Leg Kick!

And before I even knew it, she was pinned and helpless!!

Spencer 1, Mommy 0!
Spencer Wins Again!
Still Undefeated and Still the Champion!

Bigger and Better Trains!

Every time I go to the bookstore, I'm reminded about just how small my little train set is.  You see, they have this MASSIVE train set, all featuring Thomas the Tank Engine, and me?  I just have a little thingy.  Clearly, for my birthday, I know what I'm asking for -- MORE TRAINS!

It makes me jealous, and causes me to pout. 

Yes, there are all these cool things I *could* have but don't!

Bath time and why!?!?

Mommy or daddy give me regular baths.  I quite enjoy them as it gives me lots of splish splash time.  But somebody please tell me -- why do parents take pictures of Spencers with bizarre hair?

I will say this ... it's NOT funny!  This is MUCH better!

I think I'll have to have a little word with my lawyers about "unauthorized use of my image" one of these days!

Brrrrr....

It gets cold outside!  Just look at this ice!

Kind cool and colorful, but personally, I'll take a nice warm sunny day anytime!  Why don't I live in Australia?

I hope this melts soon!!

Elmo Time!

There are three times during the day when you should not disturb Spencer.  First, when I'm napping.  Second, when I'm having my milk.  And third, when Elmo is on the TV!

Leave me alone!  Elmo is on!  Elmo Rules!

Scones!

I've taken up eating scones!  I think it's 'cos I'm British ... well, half British anyways.  They don't let me drink tea with the, which is another bit "Not Fair!", but at least I get the scones with grandma's Home Made Raspberry Jam on them!

...and usually, a dab of whipping cream as well.  Americans just don't do proper clotted cream.  Sure, whipped cream is similar, but the real heart-stopping clotted cream is for me.  Yummy! 

I can't wait to go back to London and have high tea and proper scones!

Saturday Mornings...

I figure that once you get to be my age, life starts getting more complicated.  It wasn't that long ago my world was merely what I could reach from wherever mommy or daddy put me.  Now, I've got numerous other issues to deal with -- ranging from my hair to maximizing play time.  And I always have to look good for the camera; I'd hate anyone to think I slack off.   Take this past weekend.  I have numerous photo appearances to schedule and look my best.  

For example, eating Cheerios in a dramatic light...

The regular "Oi! Put that stoopid camera down and PLAY WITH ME!" look...

Then there is the infameous, "No, I'm not about to climb on the table face!" which always seems to work, meaning, yes, I *can* climb on the table!

The "I definitely didn't do THAT!" face!

 Of course, I probably *did* do that ... but I figure I can blame Elmo most of the time for my transgressions.  After all, I'm *much* cuter then Elmo, and he's so nice he'd almost certainly take the fall for me!

And that's just Saturday Morning!  I've got a bath, a nap, a run around, shopping ...  What a busy life!

Music!

In addition to drumming, I have a few other musical favorites.  Whenever I watch Elmo, I now accompany him on his little song on my xylophone!

Sometimes, I really go crazy and bang away!  It's that good a song!

And Elmo really likes it.  

Not that I give him a choice, mind you!

I Got A Drum!

We went shopping, and I got myself a little drum!  I think it's a simply fantastic thing, as I get to make all sorts of loud noises on it.  I'm sure it's annoying mommy to no end!

It's even strong enough for me to use as a stepping stool to get onto the couch.  Surprisingly well built for a mere couple of bucks!  

And you know what's the best part?  You guessed it!  DRUM SOLO!!!!

Lounging Around....

When I'm not throwing myself around on a sofa, I do often just lounge around on them.  They are kinda comfortable with their big cushy cushions and I can look rather, well, dramatic!

Or just simply bored and uninterested.  That's probably best when Daddy has the camera out... 

I can even practice being kinda coy.  Well, more likely, Elmo was particularly interesting at that moment...

Didn't I see this  look in a classical painting?

Who knows.  At least I'm cute!

More Hidden Dangers...

In addition to the daily table climbing, I also just love to have a little throwdown session -- on the COUCH!

Of course, I'm rather cute doing it!

Mommy always freaks out as I go running across the spongy surface and then bounce off the back, nearly (but never quite) falling off.  I think it's mega-fun! 

Story Time!

Bestly, Grandparents read me lots of books!

Grandparents!

I do love it when Grandma and Grandpa come to visit! They are so much more fun then my boring parental units!

Grandpa's beard makes him look like a Pirate!  But what I'm not quite sure about is why is a Pirate's beard fluffy?  His is scratchy and prickly and quite distinguished.   I guess pirates are just softer and more gentle people!

Grandma's pretty cool too, but for some reason, I don't get to eat any of the cookies or cake or pies she brings.  That, if you ask me, is definitely Not Fair.

I thought grandparents existed solely to spoil me.  Parents are so un-cool....

DangerSpencer!

Boo!

Yes, it's me again.  And I'm creating yet more trouble!  My latest, greatest antics now involve climbing on the table!  Of course, with this face, do you think anyone could stop me?

Nope, they couldn't!

 

...and now, to kip and relax in my victory over authority!!!

 

Its when I get up to start dancing on the table that the un-cool parental units have a major problem.  Then it's "Spencer! Down!"  I'll mimic them and point down to let them know I understand them -- I just choose not to get down!

That said, I don't do anything too silly.  I'm a pretty careful little guy ... MOST of the time!

 ...or so they think!

Old Trains...

I think my favorite trains there though were the old ones.  I don't know why, but they look kinda tough.  They have this aura about them that says, "I'm a train; get out of my way!"  

Even the ones that are "small" and "cute" look tough by comparison to some of these modern things.  None of those harsh, boxy lines that you see on a modern train.  It goes back to a romantic time...

...you know, like the spring of 2009 when the world was a much simpler place!

More Trains!

After trying to eat the Gingerbread town, I did get to see a bunch more trains!  It was mega cool with all the engines running around the loops, pulling their freight!  Ok, they were not quite Thomas, but they were cool!

Regularly, I had to stop and point out cool things to Daddy.  Sometimes, he can be so totally un-hip about stuff, it's amazing!

Eventually, I had to teach another little guy how to truly appreciate the trains.  We took to clapping when they went past...

And I even applauded their handling of the scenery!

It was like being in Downtown Chicago!

All hand made, all made from things found in the garden.  I had this urge to become a Spencer-zilla monster and attack it, but that lasted only briefly...