As we tried rolling out to the park, I worked to convince Ivan that he wanted to ride in his stroller or the wagon or his “beep-beep” car. He kept saying, “Coot-TAH. Ivan Coot-TAH. Mine.” and jockeying for position beside his big sister’s scooter.

Ezri tried convincing him that the Beep-beep car was awesome by showing him that she wished she could ride it too.

Ezri offered to show him how the scooter worked. I said she could but for going to the park we’d need a more practical conveyance for Ivan who does not steer well.

Ivan insisted on the scooter and let me know he planned to ride it to the park. “Ivan Coo-TAH! Park.” I said, “How about the Beep Beep Car?” Ivan said, “NO Cah. Coo-TAH!”

I figured I could carry both Ivan and the scooter if I needed to so I said I’d let him try. Oh, JOY! I told him to ride for real he needed a helmet. He chose this one.

I’ve had two walking children for awhile now, but I am not sure I am ready for two who propel themselves on wheels.

We made it to our near park (about two blocks) and back. Ezri had to wait for her little brother to catch up as she’s getting pretty fast on that bike. Ivan may not be fast but he is determined and stubborn.