Monday, February 9, 2009

Mr. Mom

Remember that Michael Keaton/Teri Garr ditty that came out in mid-80's? He gets canned from his job, so the missus has to save the day and be the breadwinner--a big-time ad agency exec. Keaton picks up stay-at-home Mom duties--fouling up laundry, dinners, taking care of baby. It all works out. Little bit sexist, but generally harmless fun.

Today, that's me. Not the sexist. The Mr. Mom. Julie's maternity leave just ran out, so I'm officially stay-at-home dad/illustrator. Today, day 1.

Romy's a real sweetheart, so it's going well. We miss Julie though, that's for sure. We were a team. A three-piece deal. {sigh}

Such is life.

The life of Mr. Mom.

7 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

Good luck to you. You're lucky to have the opportunity to spend so much quality time with Romy. Cherish every moment. I miss having babies around!

February 9, 2009 8:07 PM  
Blogger Jeff Newman said...

If the movie is any indication, hilarity should ensue by about noon today.

February 10, 2009 7:20 AM  
Blogger Matthew Cordell said...

Thankfully I'm not as ill-equipped as ol' Mr. Mom. Tho there have been some in-over-my-head moments. Maybe I oughta re-watch for inspiration?

February 10, 2009 12:19 PM  
Anonymous Heather said...

Welcome to the club. Its the hardest job you will ever have.

February 11, 2009 12:44 PM  
Blogger Julie H said...

You better not throw out her woobie!!! If she ever has a woobie.

February 21, 2009 6:21 PM  
Blogger Andy J Smith illustration said...

Ohhh I can relate.

March 20, 2009 7:31 AM  
Blogger Matthew Cordell said...

Maybe us kids book illustrators are just suited for this? Still trying to figure out how to get both jobs done!

March 20, 2009 10:03 AM  

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