My son has always had a good sense of humor. In fact, my favorite video of him ever was taken when he was about four months old, laughing hysterically as I played, "Peek-a-boo" with him. Thankfully, the clip is not marred by my appearance, so it's really just a very cute baby in a diaper on the floor laughing like crazy. The funniest part to me on this particular piece of film was when I could just say the word "peekaboo" without hiding my face and it would still send him into a fresh fit of hilarity.
Recently, I have come to realize that he is truly witty. Rather than just "getting" a good joke, he is producing some fine comedy of his own. Additionally, like his mom and dad, he is a deep and profound thinker. I once shared with a friend here that my mom used to call me "The Little Philosopher" when I was about six. My son would be worthy of this title as well.
Here are a few examples that have occurred over the past three days:
He has finally shown interest in learning to ride a bike (we have some long-standing balance issues to work on). The other day, I took him to the local elementary school parking lot to work on this, which provided some great father and son bonding. It was hot and we were both pretty tired and headed home. Brandon suddenly said, "Biking is a great example of perseverance." What could I say but to agree completely? Smart kid!
In the car on the way home, before putting on his seatbelt, Brandon took off his shoes and put his feet up in the dashboard and leaned back like he was waiting for me to serve him some grapes. I joked with him about something, then he said, "It's like I say, 'The best parents are humorous parents.' Well, I don't always say it. I said it twice. Once before, and once just now."
Brandon picked up a copy of People magazine that was in our kitchen. I didn't know he had any interest in reading that at all. He brought it back, stating with no small amount of disdain in his voice, "I was curious to read about this two-year old who is treated like the President." He was talking about Suri Cruise, daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes. I had to agree with him again.
In the car on the way home from church yesterday, Brandon asked, "What does touche mean in French?" My wife Pam said, "It means touched. Like in fencing, when someone touches you with a sword." Then, he asked, "What does en garde mean?" Pam replied, "It means you should be watching out and be prepared." After a pause of a few seconds, Brandon said, "I guess French people aren't as violent as I thought." I could only laugh.
Yesterday afternoon, we had some friends over (every Sunday afternoon we host our church small group) and the adults were talking. We started laughing really hard about something, and Brandon ran over and started laughing louder than everybody. Abruptly, he stopped laughing and said, "I don't get it." He did this just for a laugh from us, which proves beyond a shadow of a doubt that he is my son.
Lastly, today he was looking at the comics from the Sunday paper, and he asked, "When you were a kid, did you like Opus?" Pam said, "Oh, of course I did. But back when we were kids, Bloom County wasn't so political. Do you know what 'politics' means?" Without missing a beat, Brandon replied, "Yes. Politics means boring." Agreed.
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Very funny! I can tell your relationship with your son is excellent. If only we had more parents like you and your wife, this country just might be alright.
Keep up the great work and keep the great wisdom of the young philosopher coming!
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Jason, great ThemThem to Brandon. He sounds like a funny young man with wits to boot! I LROL on some of his sayings and inquiries. Thanks for sharing with the Group.
Duane
Jason, The fruit didn't fall far from the tree, huh? I just got what your new background should be, How do you feel about the "Thinker" statue?
Don R.
Jason, your humor about your sons humor is humorous! By the way.. congrats on your featured post as well! I am now among the elite!
Susan
Jason, Sounds like Brandon is very witty! It is much better to go through life laughing than being miserable. I hope he keeps up the humor!
I'd like to hang out with Brandon and explain to him why politics isn't so boring. :)
Brandon sounds like a great kid, but after getting to know you, it doesn't surprise me a bit.
INVEST - Thanks! I appreciate your kind words? What is your actual name?
DUANE - You are welcome. I enjoy his humor a lot, too!
DON - I like to think that is true. As for the image, let me "think" about it. Sorry for the bad joke.
DEBI - That is awesome. An actual book? I could do that, too, I bet.
JEREMY - I agree completely.
SUSAN - Welcome to the "elite". Good to have you. :-)
ROBERTA - He really is a sharp kid. His tone and timing are perfect.
SARDI - You ain't kidding! As for the picture, it's both. I changed it because several people saw and complimented it on Twitter and in one of my posts here. Why not?
Isn't it truly amazingthe things that come out of their mouths sometimes?
Brian Bartley
I think Brandon needs to make a guest appearance on Active Rain -
Congratulations Jason and Pam on a wonderful little man - and thanks for sharing him with us!
Sounds like you have your hands full with your son! I am sure he is the life of every party you take him to. I agree he should make a guest appearance here!
Best,
Scott
Jason, What fun you are having with Brandon.
Abruptly, he stopped laughing and said, "I don't get it." That cracks me up to imagine him doing this. I can see everything come to a complete standstill when he did that!Yes, and you'd be glad you did. It is great to be able to look back on the cute things your children have said or done. - Things that you probably would've forgotten.
Children can certainly come up with some great things to say. When my nephew was 5 years old, his teacher was asking all the children what their fathers did for a living. I guess it would have been best that she continue to phrase the question that way. When she got to Trent she asked " What is your dad? "
He replied " Fat. "
He seems like a nice thoughtful kid and you have a great relationship.
Congratulations!
All the best!
First of all - LOVE the picture! Where does he get the quick wit? You or your wife?