Russell's Raspberries

Russell has figured out the most ergonomic way to consume raspberries, provided you have small finger tips.

Cobra Kai in the Tabata Dojo

Russell started the day trying to sweeten up Mommy.



and it worked.



Later on, we invited Kai over for Burgers and some play time.

Russell's Car Review

Russell loves cars. Infact, his teachers at daycare commented on how excited he gets with all forms of transporation... cars, trucks, buses, trains and airplanes. Infact he can say Airplane in Japanese... "Hikooki" When he was upset with daddy leaving him at daycare, they would give him a matchbox or hotwheels car and he would be very happy.

Since Russell was so happy with them at school, naturally, daddy had to select a few cars that Russell could play with (with daddy) at home.

The first two in the collection were the 1964 Alfa Romeo GTA, and the 2008 Tesla Roadster. Daddy had to get at least two cars, because what would daddy play with while Russell was playing with the other one.



Start with a classic. The Alfa Romeo GTA has always been one of daddy's favourites. We found that the Matchbox version has a higher center of gravity and is prone to oversteer. This is great for making skidding motions across the floor, but is prone to flipping over.



The other car was the Tesla Roadster. This pick was really more of a statement to the world in which Russell is entering. The Tesla is the first modern all electric sports car and is historically sigificant. As you can see, it is ultra low to the ground with just over 1mm of clearance. Handling is much different from the Alfa with more weight up front it is much more stable. However, more stability does relate in a little less fun in the driving experience.

Russell's Garage

Russell is already practicing parking in confined spaces.