Painting the bookshelf…thingy

Today, I woke up with an insane amount of energy and decided to rearrange the super hero’s bedroom, paint his bookshelf thingy, and build him a little desk. Since I primed it about a week ago,

I managed to do the rearranging, painting and building all before breakfast.

I used Mythic Black Label interior paint in the color foggy coast. It’s a really pretty warm toned grey. I don’t have a Mythic retailer in my area, so I ordered all of my colors online, sight unseen. While I was able to get what I wanted, your results may vary if you go the same route.

The formula is very nice, and I got full opacity in 2 coats. There is almost no odor, and clean up is a breeze.

I still need to go back and touch up the black paint, but I have to say that I looooove this color. I only did one coat of polyacrylic on top, so hopefully it’s enough.

I’m debating whether or not I ought to do something to that giant square cutout, but right now, I am undecided.

I guess that is all for now. Talk to you in the next one!

the 4th Birthday Wishlist–Mommy’s Picks

As I said before, party plans for an October super hero themed birthday party are underway, and my little boy already has a list of wishes.

But I have my eye on a few other things for him.

Now, I LOVE all of the LeapFrog products that we own. LOVE them…well it would be great if some of them had a headphone attachment for when I’m working and the little one feels the need to sit at my feet with his toys on the loudest setting possible….but I digress.

We have a Tag Jr., a Scribble and Write, their Learning DVD set, and a bunch of other great toys and accompanying books that my little super hero loves, and learns with. And when I saw the LeapFrog LeapPad Explorer Learning Tablet ($100), I was excited!This thing looks amazing, and considering the fact that I’ve been bouncing around the idea of getting an iPad for him to play with, the timing of its release is perfect!

The JumpSmart Trampoline ($85) is small enough to store in a closet when not in use, and will give my Kivik a much deserved break. The handle bars look like an injury waiting to happen if not used properly, and I’m sure that in my house, it will be used improperly…so this one….I don’t know about…but something similar would be great.

            

Who doesn’t love Connect Four ($20) and Perfection ($20)? I mean really?

Toy Story Memory Board Game ($10) because Memory on its own is awesome, and doesn’t make noise, so add Andy’s toys into the mix, and you’re winning.

I think he’d like Super Hero Squad Chutes and Ladders ($15), if for no other reason than the fact that he loves the characters. But board games are perfect for the upcoming cold, snowy, rainy days. Just add some hot cocoa and popcorn, and everyone’s all smiles.

I’ve been meaning to get my little one a little plaque from Oneshare.com for a while, but always get wrapped up in other things, and then forget…They have tons of companies to choose from, and I love the concept. So, this year, I’ll get one…if I don’t forget to do it.

That’s all for now, it’s bedtime. I’ll talk to you in the next one!

the 4th Birthday Wishlist–Matthew’s Picks

Although my son’s birthday isn’t until the end of October, he and I have already started planning.

So far, he’s decided that he’s decided that he wants to have a super hero themed party, and that he will dress up as Wolverine. Interestingly enough though, that’s a costume he doesn’t own. With a Superman option, two different Batman suits, a red Spiderman costume, and a black one; Iron man, and the War machine, Wolverine is the one he wants to go with. Oh, and also, according to him, I’m supposed to be the Green Lantern.

Over the past few months, I’ve been making a list of the things he’s REALLY wanted from the toy store, but I haven’t gotten; mainly so that  I’ll know what to look for when Christmas comes around, but also if any friend or relative asks me for gift ideas.

I hadn’t realized just how long the list had gotten until now.

The Iron Man 2 Rolling Battle Headquarters Vehicle ($30) has been on the list for a the longest. I never bought it because I thought he’d break it, which would have been a waste of $30. Since he’s gotten a lot better with his things, it’s a cute little set that I think we’d have fun with.

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My son loves the Super Hero Squad Show. I actually like it too. Complete silliness with an awesome theme song. We’ve managed to collect almost all of the main characters, but there are a few that he wants, but I’ve put off getting. My biggest gripe with the sets is that almost all of them come with another Iron Man toy. The Heli Carrier ($30  Toys r Us exclusive), Action Figure 2-Pack with MODOK ($8,) Hover Car with Nick Fury ($20), Battle For Doom's Castle set with Dr. Doom ($20),

          

the Iron Man Touch Tech truck ($30), and the Iron Man War Mechs 3 Pack ($10) all come with a little Iron Man toy…which would be fine if they were all different, but they aren’t. Under normal shopping circumstances, I just can’t justify the purchase, but for special occasions, making the exception is less of a pain.

LEGO Batman for Nintendo ($20) is probably the only game that he asks for that I haven’t bought. We already have LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean, and the first LEGO Harry Potter, both of which I really enjoy, and I think since we always play videogames together and I’m not really interested in this one, I just never got it.

Fisher-Price Imaginext Adventures DC Super Friends Batman Bat Cave ($45), and Joker's Funhouse ($30) are both huge and we really don’t have a place to put them right now.

He wants a car that he can drive like “a grownup.” And not just any car, he wants a truck. Specifically, the 12 Volt Mercedes Benz G55 Silver 2 Seater Ride On ($340). To me though, it just seems a little frivolous, and when I say a little, I mean a lot. I used to have a little Power Wheels jeep when I was little, but…sheesh! It’s cute though, so I guess we’ll see.

So far, that’s all that’s on his wish list. What do you think? Too much? Is it fairly normal for a going on 4 year old only child? I’m interested in the feedback.

That’s all for now though. Talk to you in the next one!