The kids know how to compromise

Theo and Ruby have very different interests. Theodore likes explosions, cars, and play-fighting. Ruby likes pink, dollies, tea parties, and dressing up. I found out the other day how they're able to play so well together. It's a compromise--one minute they're playing house, then suddenly they're warriors.

So Ruby was in the living room, holding a dolly and pretending to cry. Apparently, the doll was supposed to be the one crying. She holds it up to Theo and says, "Theo, the baby is crying."

Theo leans over to the doll and starts very tenderly, "Oh, don't worry, baby, you're going to feel better--" transition to a fierce whisper here-- "after you fight the enemy."

Suddenly, the attack is on. There are explosions, projectiles, and war cries. And everybody is happy.