Checkers

Conner is at the age where he is easily bored with toys, yet not quite ready to sit and play video games for hours so we have been playing simple card and board games lately.

Last night he asked to play Checkers. Scooby Doo Checkers he got from Nana for Christmas to be exact. I knew it would be interesting to say the least, but how could I say no?!

After setting up the board and pieces, and giving a general explanation, this is what could be heard...

"No, Conner, you can't just take my piece off the board every time it's your turn."

"Conner the pieces don't go in that color square. Ever. No, not this turn either."

"Babe, you can't jump my piece from all the way across the board."

"I understand you want your piece to go in that spot, but you'll have to wait until I move my piece that is already there. You can't just scoot mine off to the side."

And this went on and on and on.

Until finally, I realized if I ever wanted the game to be over, I would have to surrender. And by surrender, I mean line my pieces up right next to his and then encourage him to jump mine.

Once this was over, I praised him for winning and had the game packed up in about 2.5 seconds.

Next time we're sticking to Go Fish. Or Legos.