Monday, September 7, 2009

Big Brother Explains Special Handshakes

Happy Labor Day!

Since I don't feel like working much today, I've decided to let Big Brother shoulder some of the workload.

It's been awhile since we've done a "Big Brother Explains" post, where he gives us his own unique how-to.

Actually, this is something we came up with together. A long time ago, I thought it would be cool if the boys and I had our own special handshake, and he agreed.

With that, take it away Big Brother.

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Here's our special handshake. It's called "Thumbs up, Shake it up, Pop".

1) First, you give each other a thumbs up.

2) Next, you shake the thumbs up--up and down--like you're shaking up a soda can.

3) Last, you bump fists, while holding the thumbs up position.

Don't forget to say the words with each step: Thumbs up, Shake it up, Pop.

It always gives us a smile and a chuckle.

Do you have a special handshake or greeting with your children?

Have a good week,
Busy-Dad-E

6 comments:

  1. I have a special and unique greeting for each one of my children.
    Eldest ~ How much homework do you have?
    Boy ~ Why didn't you take the garbage out?
    Middle ~ Did you remember to take your medicine?
    Monkey ~ Why did you tell me your room is cleaned?
    Smallest ~ Thanks for the beer!

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  2. No, I wasn't creative enough to come up with a special handshake with the girls. I really do think that's more of a "boy" thing. We do however hug a lot.

    You and Big Brother are a great duo! Does Little Brother also know this handshake, or is he too young yet? I'm sure Bab-E Brother will learn it one day, too.

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  3. This is so cute. We do alot of high-fiving around here. (I know, SO original!)

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  4. We are not that original either...we do lots of hugs and high fives. That is very cute idea. Rosi

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  5. I love your handshake! I think that is super cool. I can see Big Brother coming home from college for Christmas break and greeting you this way!
    love, aunt-e

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  6. I don't have anything like that to share, but I think it's pretty awesome that you've managed to put that helpful illustration up :-) My buddy and I in elementary school made up a logo for ourselves (sorta like a dork version of graffiti). I thought it was pretty cool except it took too long to draw.

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