David & Madeleine Poulain: August 2008

Wednesday, August 27, 2008

There were some rumors, but the following pictures make the sad truth undeniable: someone has a drinking problem.

This individual has been known to have a thing for the bottle, but it is the first time he has been photographed passed out after a drinking binge.

Local authorities have acknowledged the problem, and say they've been for weeks now gradually pushing him to drop the bottle. They added they plan to intensify the hab program (as he's never been abilitated to begin with, there is no 'rehab', just 'hab')

Livin' in a box

I'm a livin' in a box
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box
I'm a livin' in a box baby
I'm a livin' in a cardboard box
I'm a livin' in a box

(kudos for those of you who get the reference.

Saturday, August 16, 2008

A historical truce

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Video sent by dpoulain

Somerville, MA -- A truce has been signed Saturday morning between the countries of Kittyland and Babyland following intense negotiations sponsored by Momland. An exclusive video obtained by our reporters shows the top leaders of both countries shaking hands.

Trouble between the two nations have been arising for months. Some see Kittyland as the aggressor, launching its armed forces at Babyland who doesn't have any army per say. Others blame Babyland for trespassing Kittyland's borders and violating its sovereignty, forcing Kittyland to launch a counter-offensive.

A Kittyland official who requested anonymity acknowledged that Momland was a primary driver behind the truce. "Momland is a strong backer of our nation and thus enjoys tremendous political influence over our country. Our president initially was very reluctant to go to the [negotiation] table."

No one knows for sure if the truce will stand the test of time, but many experts see this as a very good sign. "This is a very good first step, a sign that both Babyland is growing up and that Kittyland is warming up to the presence of its neighbor." Still, other experts worry that some of the core issues have not been addressed, let alone resolved. One of the points of contention is indeed what Kittyland sees as Babyland's aggressive pursuit of its natural resources [the food and water bowl in the kitchen].

In the meantime, Momland officials were celebrating this historical event. A Babyland dignitary has also publicly praised the truce. "We have always wanted peace with Kittyland." Following their customs, Kittyland officials have declined to comment.

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Fight and chase

Fight and chase
Video sent by dpoulain

Mary has started to uphold a proud Russell tradition known as "fight & chase". No one really knows where the "fight" part comes from, but one had to find an extra word as "and chase" alone sounds pretty lame. Besides, everybody remembers the true meaning of this tradition: walking on all 4 while showing your tushie to the camera.

Haha! Just kidding. The true meaning is of course to give an excuse to WASP parents to act silly for 5 minutes, something a grandmother from Normandy who shall remain anonymous might find it handy some day. Oh yeah, and to amuse the kid too.

Sunday, August 10, 2008

New car seat

This weekend we switched David to a "big boy" car seat. One that stays in the car. One that cannot be removed to be put on a stroller frame, requiring us to unstrap and strap him every time he's in or out the car (bwaaaaaaaa!! I miss the old car seeeeeeeeat!)

Anyway, he's getting used to the new car seat (and so do we). And in a month he can face forward.