Night Cap

"...and momma in her kerchief, and I in my cap, had just settled down for a long winter's nap."

I think Silly Chap #2 has been contimplating this seasonal rhyme too much recently, (though it definitely hasn't been his mother or father reading it to him...) for this is what I encountered when I went in to his room for a goodnight kiss.

I asked him why he had his "big boy" pants on his head. His simple matter-of-fact reply was, "it's my night hat, mom." "Your night hat?" I said. "Yes. My night hat. Dad said I could wear it to bed!" Well, allrighty then, I thought to myself. (those just happen to be Halloween skull and cross bone briefs) And then as I adjusted his sheets to cover him up I saw the next surprise...

He had decided to complete the ensemble, therefore making himself part Batman as well. (why they are on backwards, I have no idea!) And the scariest part.............he had no problem "modeling" for me. Ugh. Sweet Dreams!

Finally!

Ever since our arrival in London, I have wanted to get a photo of the boys with one of the Royal Guards. I was always "out voted" when it came time to pick an outing. My vote was always for a trip to Buckingham Palace to get a photo. Isn't that the ultimate? Of course, we are still somewhat "touristas" here so it really wouldn't be that ridiculous! Well, over Thanksgiving break we made a trip out to Windsor Castle with the Hogan Grandparents and Aunt; and guess what...they have "guards" there too!!! Ha. Now they had no way to vote me down! Sooooo here is the result. Not too bad, I say. Andrew was the funniest. We had to push him closer and closer to the fella. (We think he may have been a bit intimidated by the weapon.) The photo has also prompted a research project for me. I just can't tell you the number of times I have asked about the ER insignia.....and yet I continue to forget what it means. ALSO, I want to confirm that this is the winter uniform for the guards, rather than the typical red coats along with the 'fuzzy" black hats. So, I'll get back to you on those................