This morning Jachin got to pick from his “good behavior basket”. He picked out a soda powered clock that I picked up at Target in the clearance toy section for $3.28. He got it all built and juiced (that’s Diet Coke on the left and lemon juice on the right) and hooked the contacts all in the right places and… voila!
He did have to “borrow” 2 ounces of his mother’s Diet Coke to get it going. His mother growled and paced the kitchen, mouth foaming, as he cautiously reached across the counter for the can. No sudden movements. Real easy like. Mama’s growls eventually subsided. He tamed the beast with a hug and a smooch.
Mission accomplished (limbs intact)!
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Holy crap that thing is awesome!! Parley would have a field day with that. However, I think that it would take Ethan about 2.5 seconds to completely destroy it. Jachin looks very proud of his “invention”. So adorable!
Comment by Sam — August 9, 2007 @ 8:56 am
A “good behavior basket” is an excellent idea. I may have to try that one. And his clock is awesome. Kudos to you for letting him “borrow” your Diet Coke. Oh, the sacrifices we make for our children! I’m not sure I could have given that up.
Comment by Leslie — August 9, 2007 @ 6:06 pm
What a cute contraption. (I hope you decide to let him keep that diet coke. Ew.)
Have a great weekend.
Comment by Mama Milton — August 10, 2007 @ 7:43 am