Signs You Are a Geek Orthodox Parent

Let's be honest. We all have times when we realize that our parenting style is unique. Orthodoxy really does nothing to curtail that...individuality. So, watching art imitate life, here's a list of signs that you might be a Geek Orthodox parent. You're worried your child's first word will be "Filioque" You debate whether or not the 'Ham' baby food can really be considered meat, and what that might mean for Lent You've called your wife Caspiantokos You've ever had to say "Stop sucking on the Pascha basket!" You tell people you only let your...

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Sharkbait

So many of you know from Facebook that our little darling has decided now is the time to grow a dagger in his mouth a scalpel for our fingers a tooth. Seriously, what is that thing made of, laser-sharpened ninja swords? It's like a single razor blade amidst the soft, gooey, slime filled cave that is our spawn's mouth. And this is what he does with it. My son, Beaver Boy. Now some might take this as a sign that it's time to start him on solid foods. I believe in signs too. Has everyone seen 'The Exorcist'? Ok, I haven't but I feel like I have...

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Snapshots

An update consisting entirely of photos, so as to catch us all up. Here we go! They do not play well together. This is a rare moment between "I will grab your hair/head/leg/arm" and "Ha, you fool, I have teeth, feel my wrath." This is Caspian with his Reepicheep. He has the same look as the "crazy girlfriend" meme. Probably for the same reason. Google it. In his natural environment (what we affectionately call "the cage") surrounded by his native costume. "You have a gift for me?! Is it..." "YOUR SOUL?!" This is when...

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