Everyone loves a tourist.

We visited the San Diego Zoo this morning, typically we spend our free days engaged in errands, chores, napping, running or swimming. I forget that San Diego is the home of a world class menagerie. We played the role of out of town tourists - purchased zoo ephemera, enjoyed the mild winter temperatures, wore shorts and t-shirts. I think Seb enjoyed the day, he made quite a bit of noise at the primate exhibits.

Cog Sci 101

"Theory of Mind is the ability to attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, pretending, knowledge, etc.—to oneself and others and to understand that others have beliefs, desires and intentions that are different from one's own." - Wiki

My little guy has not developed Theory of Mind. It was made apparent this morning at daycare. When we arrived the newest member of the daycare was crying. Immediately Seb pointed at the crying child and began to laugh. Even though the response was incongruous to the event, I began to laugh at his response thus positively reinforcing his socially inappropriate response.

(photo credit: Chris Ritchie)