Toys

Ian had his first trip to Toys R Us on Saturday! We weren't that impressed with the selection in the store compared to other sites online. I thought it was a real shame that I couldn't just walk into a store and see a toy. We're kind of left to guess and hope he likes something based on a website.

He loves to throw his toys, so we had to be sure not to buy anything that comes in 100 pieces (like blocks). He also doesn't care for books or puzzles yet, and is at the birth to 12 month age range for other toys. We ended up walking out with only a few things and spent less than $40 (which I didn't think was possible), but he's having fun with what we did get.

He is enjoying a walker, which is essentially toys attached to wheels with a handle. He is doing great at pulling himself up and motoring across the room. When he gets tired, he flips it over and plays with the wheels. He loves to check out the wheels on anything.

He also got a remote control fire engine, which Shawn has also been enjoying.

Finally, a hammer that makes silly noises when you hit something with it. Ian likes it when we bonk him on the head or belly. It's especially fun when he's in tantrum mode. I never thought I'd say that when my son cries, I hit him over the head with a hammer.

Above and beyond the toys we've purchased, he also discovered the dryer and other random household items.

Chasing the remote control fire truck

walking like a pro

checking out the tires

whoa! what's this cool thing?

The best toys are free