Questionable Parenting???

Ever since I became a dad, I have paid closer attention to other families for my own personal interest and enjoyment.  When I see that child in the line up at the supermarket throwing a tantrum, I am not so quick to judge and will often say to myself, "Yup, been there, done that".   Don't get me wrong, I still catch myself saying, "What were they thinking?" and "Really?".  I know, I know . . . I shouldn't be so quick to judge when I don't know the context in which things are occurring or the day that the family is going through, but sometimes it is difficult not too.  So I am hoping that anyone who reads and sees this post will give me the benefit of the doubt.  I have chalked up my actions or lack there of as a list of possible things:

1. Little Emma was simply trying to clean the mess that she made, which she probably wouldn't have seen if it wasn't for Michelle pointing it out to her. I was simply trying to reinforce that Emma needed to be accountable for her actions and should clean up the mess that she made. 
2. My definition of gross has changed significantly since having kids. I think that over time, my level of tolerance for 'disgusting' has been desensitized by the everyday living with kids. You know what I mean, dirty diapers, cleaning up throw up, putting on someone else's lip gloss (no comment here), and public toilets are just a few to name.  Raising three kids, I thought I had seen it all, but . . . I guess I was wrong. 
3. A potential photo opportunity . . . if we are being honest with ourselves, the whole reason we have cameras is to capture our everyday moments so that we can reminisce about them at a later date.  I know Captain Canada knows what I am talking about . . . he knows because as he reads this he is smiling and giggling away thinking it would be the perfect series of shots for one of his photo challenges!  Perhaps a new topic for his next challenge should be "TEMPTATION". 
4. Third child. . . . because if it was my first child, my reaction would of been much swifter and more deliberate, rather than simply grabbing my camera and waiting patiently for the moment to unravel.  I know those of you that do not have kids or only have one child may think differently, but I must say that my kids are developing a pretty strong immune system. I am only thinking of their health in the long run.

So remember, as you view the upcoming photos keep my context in mind and don't be too quick to judge me.

"Hmmm, should I or shouldn't I?????" 

"Yes, I should . . . I should clean up that chocolate sauce I spilled on the floor". 

"I never knew cleaning up after desert could taste so good!!!!"  I will help clean up again tomorrow . . .  perhaps, I will suggest we have ice cream with chocolate sauce and some sprinkles!!!"  Yummy!!!   :)

Just to clarify Ji-chan, Ba-chan, Grammy, and Papa we did just clean the floor that day with the steam cleaner . . . if that helps dampen the blow for you!  Ahhh, proud to be grandparents.