Everything

That's basically what you got or have access to. Definitely more than any kid your age could want or need. You even asked me the other day why you have so many toys. LOL. Anyhow, this is a visual reminder of what you have available to you. I didn't have any snacks growing up. Not to mention, healthy ones that are good like this. Although, I feel like food wasn't as processed when I was young as it is now.

Today you ate your hotdog, but you didn't eat the bun. I guess you don't like peaches. I wish you like more food that was good for you and ate food quicker without drama. I guess I can't have everything (or anything). I told mommy to give you less bun tomorrow. The teacher will try to encourage you to eat your food instead of the lunch snack as well. Sorry, we forgot to buy strawberries today, but we got waffle bowls for your ice cream party, although you didn't seem to like waffle bowl at ColdStone...

Noo Noo

Welp, at least we know you always eat noodles fast. Maybe we need to find a way to have you eat soup everyday? I wonder if that's bad for you. I mean, the broth can be made healthy and it's just noodles and meat. Will you eat broccoli in the soup? And you eat it so fast...

Something to think about. Uncle Dai says you can always eat free if you go to his restaurant. Just another reminder that you're very blessed to have loving and giving people in your life. He also said that you don't look like me. Which is good, because I know that your mom is better looking than me. Please eat your hotdog tomorrow okay?

Not Eating...

That's 2 days in a row you didn't eat your main dish at Champions. I'm sorry you fell yesterday, but I don't know your reason/excuse for today. You didn't even know the reason. You immediately apologized to me when I picked you up so I hope you know that it's not good that you didn't eat. I don't care about the money wasted on the premium food we get you. I care about you getting enough nutrients so you can develop into the best you.

I don't know how to motivate you to eat, but we're trying. I need you to eat tomorrow, not apologize. Plus you're gonna need your energy for swimming. Anyhow, I fixed the old bicycle for you. It was a lot of work. I hope you enjoy it eventually. I might have to put the training wells back on. This would have been a lot easier if we had all the right tools. Although, it probably doesn't make sense to have them since we rarely use them...

Manic Mondays

You did not do good at soccer today. Mommy was comforted by coach's wife that said Matsen wasn't good last year either. We don't know what you're going to like or enjoy, but we have to try everything. You're a smart kid, but you can't spend all your time indoors and at home, especially if it's just playing and watching shows.

It's important that you stay active. There's a small chance you might be good enough to play a sport that will help your future. Even if you don't become pro, you should develop discipline and relationships. And hopefully you won't be fat like your mommy and daddy...

Zoo-pendus

And then we ate. You ate okay, but it wasn't great. Aunty Rain wants us to support this restaurant because she likes it and wants them to stay in business. Mommy seems to like it too and they were full while we were there. That's a good sign.

We got you a train card at the zoo today so you can ride the new train next time. We also got you an ambulance that you named "Alice". You still owe me lots of quarters for your recent toys. Anyhow, I hope you enjoyed your long weekend with your family. It's back to Champions (not So) tomorrow...

Happy 250th Birthday to America!!!

I think one of the most important roles I have as a father to you is to give you the tools to be the best Vinh you can be. I don't know everything. I can't remember everything. What I can do is share with you what I do know or remember. In this case, I came across this post. I think it's very helpful and accurate.

It's funny because one of the reasons I started this blog was to leave advice for you in case I wasn't around. I remember seeing this video series on YouTube of this dad making videos of things people should know and if they didn't have a dad to ask, they could watch the video. I hope to be around for as long as you need me, but unfortunately, there are things that are outside of my control. Anyhow, on America's 250th birthday, here are something things I hope will help you as you approach your 4th birthday and beyond. Posting a little early today. Hope we have a great 4th. I ordered new inner tubes for your bike. Hope that works. Good job balance biking yesterday. Bonus photo...

July "4" th

On the 3rd...I'm sorry it was so busy and sweaty today, but the water was cold. I guess everyone is off today too (even though the State is working). It seems like you like Lake Tahoe when we got home, but you weren't super enthusiastic on the way there. 

It looks like the Tesla can make it without stopping to charge as well. Although, the use of AC could play a factor. Are you excited you don't have any activities this weekend? I'm sorry mommy is trying to fill it with other things to make up. I know you just want to stay home. Not sure if you'll have to go to church tomorrow or not, but I will stay home with you if you want. It's America's 250th birthday tomorrow you know. We need to safe our energy in order to celebrate properly. I think mommy wants to go to Bac Minh's tomorrow. At least if you go, there shouldn't be too many people there....