we got a wii

i am a mom of boys and a very youthful husband.  video games have become an accepted reality in my life.  i used to fight it--begging and pleading that a great book is just as marvelous--but have given in, knowing that i would never win.  time to embrace this very 'boy' activity of gazing at the screen, frantically looking for the hidden level and all the bonus points.

so...we got a wii today.  we've been on a waiting list, but actually found one in stock today.  i had saved for this moment.  we've charged batteries and gotten all the cables connected.  i've made my mii and got to play for about five minutes.  then, the boys descended from above and have taken over.

i have to admit, it's hilarious to watch them work up a sweat boxing and reminding them to step farther away from the tv as they bowl.  and i do like the idea that they are up and moving during this pastime--far better than before where their backsides would be numb from playing a bit too long.

maybe they are converting me...