Day 24 - Chicken Enchiladas

After a good day at the office, I arrived home to my mother-in-law's chicken enchilada dinner. This is one of those traditional meals served anytime the family gets together. On this night, my in-laws last in town before a long drive to Phoenix, it was especially memorable. As always, the meal was delicious. Enchiladas. Large dinner rolls. Salad. What's not to like?

And on this night Jacob participated. (Yes, I've mentioned my son often - walking, birthday, smiles, etc. - but look, it's MY blog and OUR first child. So, yeah, you'll hear plenty more about Jacob before this is over). Did I digress? On with the story...

And on this night Jacob participated. He's been eating off of our plate during meals for a while now. He has always sprinkled in our food with a healthy dose of his. Not tonight. Once he got a taste of Grandma Owens' chicken enchiladas it was over. Banana "stars" are hurtling to the floor. Strawberry "wheels" are being shoved under his seat. And don't get me started on the sippy cup. Nothing would satisfy like even the tiniest bit off mom's plate. Just for the record - Krista loves Jacob, but there was this one moment... Let's just say, don't mess with K-dogs enchiladas.

Fortunately, no limbs were lost and in the end all of the enchilada dish was gone. Devoured. Jacob, welcome to a great tradition that I'm sure you'll witness for decades to come. And thank you, Grandma.

Today's surprise is in the real life picture of a child literally putting aside the baby food and begging for the meaty stuff. Nothing else would satisfy. Jacob, daddy says "thanks for the reminder...and the lesson."