I’d like to start here with a couple of comments about how I ended up being the keeper of the blog. First of all, I was railroaded. At no point did Andrea ask me if it would be ok if she posted asking others for suggestions on what I would blog about. Her posts secured the fact that I was going to have to update the blog. I was damned either way. If I didn’t post I would be forever branded with the title of the slug husband that can’t string two words together … and well If I did (which I am) then she wins and gets me to update the blog. Ultimately though, I brought it on myself when I offhandedly commented that “maybe while you’re away I’ll make a few posts on your blogs”. I should have known something was up when she whipped out her handy dandy notebook and scribbled a few notes after my comment.
The second thing I would like to say here is that this past week I’ve had this hard to pinpoint feeling that I was dredging up an experience from my teen years. This morning it hit me. Andrea’s blog is analogous to a parent giving up the car keys to their teenage son. The past couple weeks I’ve been peppered with comments about taking care of the blog…make sure you do this…here’s how to log on … if you want to add a photo…here’s how you do this. I’ve been expecting her to say “and make sure you post by 11 ! and don’t link to any scenic routes. Go straight to the home page”. Oddly, she evened used the phrase “hand over the keys” in her last blog post adding credence to my theory. Don’t worry. I’ll take goooood care of the fishbowl and I’ll do my best not to alienate anyone.
It’s only been 24 hours since Andrea left the house and there really isn’t much to report. The kids are happily watching “Word Girl” on TV. Dad has delivered the bananas with his best monkey impersonation (why is it when you do one funny thing with your kids they demand it at every waking moment) and this afternoon we have a movie date. Tonight it’s going down to -26 celsius and Andrea will be basking in plus 31 heat. If you’re reading this Andrea (and I know that you can’t help yourself) enjoy your week and don’t worry about us. Everything is under control and I promise not to exceed the speed limit with your blog.
