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[rivka]

I worked a half day today. First couple of hours went fine (except for the coughing), but by 12:30 I was having noticeable trouble breathing. Fortunately, I (a) had my inhaler with me, and (b) had already arranged to have Michael pick me up at 1:00.

I don't seem to be able to nap, but I'm resting. Spent a couple of hours reading in bed, went down to say hi to Alex (her nanny is here today), and am now sitting up drinking tea and trying to let my upright posture clear my sinuses.

Alex is downstairs, literally shouting with excitement. "Alex's train tracks! This one go here! Through the TUNNEL! Excuse me, engine! Boxcar go up the HILL! Alex's TRAIN TRACKS!"

Man, that was the best $13 we Santa ever spent.

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[minnehaha.livejournal.com]

Is that a Brio knockoff? Does it interlock with Brio?

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[rivka.livejournal.com]

Yes, and yes. There are about five different companies producing inexpensive "Brio-compatible" train sets and accessories, and they're all interchangable with each other. It's very convenient. Alex's set came from Ikea - you can't beat their price for a basic set, but they don't offer many accessories. I was able to buy her an extra tunnel from another manufacturer for just a few bucks, and when she's ready to expand the set we can buy extra tracks from anyone.

[minnehaha.livejournal.com]

I love Brio. Never had it is a kid, though....

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