Mind Numbing Programming

Oh the joys of television programs for preschoolers! This morning we've endured Barney talking about a Purple Party! and part of an episode of the beloved Bubbies (Teletubbies).

Barney, I believe, is good. Barney is positive, loving, and teaches about basic concepts like shapes and colors and feelings. It's his singing, dancing, and the kids that look like they could be in junior high that bug me...like kids who are obviously going through puberty are going to be hangin' with Barney of their own free will and choice. Whatever.

I can actually handle the Bubbies more than Barney. The Bubbies are cute. They are perfect for the one and two year old crowd. Yes, mind numbing, but in a more believable way. It's not sugar-coated in way Barney is. They have real clips of real kids doing real things...no pubescent kids hanging out in a toddlers playroom. Yes... I can deal with LaaLaa, Dipsy, Tinky Winky with his hat and purse, and Po; even NuNu and the baby in the sun.

The irony of the situation? My wonderful sister-in-law sent us some tapes for Daniel. There are approximately a dozen Barney tapes...and one Bubbies tape. I guess it's payback.