Names Matter

Names matter and trains, even those without faces, have names full of meaning. If you learn the names, train set ups, and stories of adventures on the tracks, create special bonds between Nana and grandchildren.

Max’s trains and trucks 10/28/12

Terra Max W George front end loaders
Dozer George
Rubble Double Max George dump truck
Rolly George rude steam roller because he wants to steer but cant
Roller George steam roller who steers
Flynn George fire engine
Fiery George
Sparky George girl fire engine
Monty George
Henry Florida George diesel
George tow truck
Dash George Police helicopter

On Eating Meat

7/2/13 Natalee in car on way to school:
N: “I asked Mommy if I could taste some real meat. [she has only had tofurkey]”
Me: “What did she say?”
N: “She didn’t say anything.”
Me: “You know Mommy doesn’t eat meat because they have to kill animals to make meat”
N: “Yes, I know. That is why I told her to only get it from the store.”