First off, are the “clever” entry titles really necessary?
Let’s see, I’m going to write about video monitors, so let’s name it, hmmm, MONITORING THE SITUATION! Yes, God, YES! I am fucking BRILLIANT. 2008 Blogger’s Choice Award, here I come.
16 months into this parenting gig, we JUST purchased a monitor for Wito.
You already know where this is going, don’t you? Oh, C’MON. Not every little thing written on this website has to do with my obsessive-compulsive issues.
Except. That it does. Peace be with you.
You see, we don’t need a monitor. We live in a 1950’s bungalow, people. Our bedrooms share a wall, which has a built-in floor furnace that heats both of the bedrooms. In other words, the only object dividing us from Wito is a contraption of heavy metal grating. We can hear everything. More specifically, I can hear everything. Rustling? Yes. Heavy breathing? Yes. Wito’s brain transitioning sleep cycles? I do believe so.
However, during the past two months, we have been wading in teething territory, or what I would like to call “Operation Holy Molars”.
Once again! Brilliant AND witty! Vote here! *pumping fists in air*
These son-of-a-bitch molars have caused some erratic night waking, but it’s difficult for us to assess the son-of-a-bitchdom because Wito’s crib sits right next the door. If we open that door, it’s all over. But what if the random moaning signals pain? What if his foot is stuck in the crib railing? What if some satanic looking Santa has crept into his room and is stab, stab, stabbing him?
The questions. My God, the questions.
Long story short. We bought a video monitor. And it rocks.
What’s Wito doing right now, you ask?
Why, he’s taking a nap! Thanks for asking.
What about now?
Oh, yes. Still sleeping.
5 minutes later?
Sawing logs, that kid.
1:55?
1:57?
1:59?
This can’t possibly bode well for me.
metalia
December 12, 2007 at 8:23 pmOh, we already decided that we’re getting a video monitor the next time around. The damn creaky door to T’s room has caused me to wake him up from a sound sleep more times than I care to think about.
Also, are you *really* scared of a Stabby Santa in Wito’s room? Because I myself have an admittedly irrational fear of a psychotic clown popping out of his closet when I go to check on him, particularly late at night. (Hint: Here’s where you say “yes” to spare me embarrassment.)
justJENN
December 12, 2007 at 11:48 pmOnce when I was watching the video monitor, my Baby looked directly in the camera and slapped it away. Freakiest thing I have ever seen.
Shawna
December 13, 2007 at 5:07 amYou are going to be so hooked. Can’t wait to read your blog again in a couple of years when you tear yourself free.
hello insomnia
December 13, 2007 at 6:43 amThis liveblogging of the monitor is awesome.
Courtney
December 13, 2007 at 6:49 amNo offense, but Wito’s crib kind of looks like a trash can from that angle.
Cool monitor, though! I want one, but alas, I am childless. Perhaps I’ll use it to check on the kitchen sink. You know, make sure it’s still there.
Dani
December 13, 2007 at 7:21 amOh! Oh!
I think I need one.
Immediately!
What if one of the cats (who have utter disdain for my daughter) climb into her crib to cuddle? Or to sit on her (one is huge)? What if they steal her breath away and I don’t know because I CAN’T SEE INTO HER ROOM?!
Auntie LaLa
December 13, 2007 at 7:32 amThis is totally weird. Yesterday I was watching A Baby Story and the couple had one of these and I said I wanted one. Where did you get this?
Auntie LaLa
December 13, 2007 at 7:35 amNever mind:) I guess if I would have read the comments first I could have answered my own question.
Sabrina
December 13, 2007 at 8:18 amThis makes me feel so much better… I’ve been itching for a video monitor because of all the paranoia, but felt weird about purchasing one now that AJ is already a year old. However, with Operation Holy Molars to look forward to, it may still be worth the investment…
Isabel
December 13, 2007 at 8:52 amApparently you live in the future with the Jetsons. I had no idea they even had these video tv thingys. I thought my audio monitor was high tech.
Michelle
December 13, 2007 at 9:08 amI got one when we moved my daughter from the crib to her big-girl bed. I was up all freakin’ night watching it to make sure she didn’t get out of bed and trash her room. It was awesome.
Photographer Lori
December 13, 2007 at 10:04 amYou are too funny! :) I would be the same way, I’m sure.
andrea
December 13, 2007 at 10:21 amPurchasing video monitor right this very second. Although I think it will only add to my obsessive compulsive disorder, but the picture is so clear on this particular model. Not scary night vision like all the others I’ve looked at.
Michelle in Cincinnati
December 13, 2007 at 10:55 amLove the monitor…my sister in law is expecting their baby in April, so this would be a cool gift for mommy, daddy, and baby! Glad your little Wito is feeling better! You’re a trip, Whoorl :o)
sunny
December 13, 2007 at 11:14 amI have perfected the stealth-ninja-peering-into-crib move after 2 years … but this does look tempting! :)