Onsies scream sports fan
Owen Edward Radcliffe came into the world Jan. 17, 2012. He certainly didn't arrive smoothly, but he's a healthy and adorable little boy who my wife and I brought home late last week.
This would probably be an appropriate time for an outpouring of sentiment. This is our first child, and it's an amazing moment in our lives. But instead, I turn my attention to something far better for my Preps Alcove column:
Onesies.
It's no secret that I love sports, and Liz does too, and pretty much everyone in our family knows it. Trust me - there is no shortage of sports-related gear for babies, and Owen has an entire wardrobe dedicated to athletic endeavors. I highly doubt his likes and dislikes will be crafted in his first weeks of life, but if you could judge a kid by his wardrobe, you'd think this little guy was quite the sports fan.
And so, a summary of the greatest in sports attire (at least in our closet), as presented in the Baby Clothing Power Rankings:
1. "Daddy, is it game time yet?" In the first few weeks of Owen's life, it seems his primary hobby (when not eating, sleeping or going to the bathroom) is "looking around." This would make him an ideal partner with whom to watch sports. Hopefully he can handle my screaming when the Brewers hit into an inning-ending double play. This is my favorite outfit, and it's not really close.
2. Baseball bow tie. An all-white with a bow tie colored in by baseballs. There's nothing like balancing the sophistication of formal attire and sports. I plan to dress Owen for church in this styling, since Liz won't let me wear my jerseys Sunday mornings.
3. "Mommy's All-Star." Sports onesies are an amazing political battleground. To say "Mommy's MVP" or "Daddy's MVP" is basically dressing your child to choose a favorite parent. Very clever. This will allow Liz some measure of balance, since she's still bitter that my family whupped hers in the softball game held at our rehearsal cookout the day before our wedding. "Team Grandpa" and "Team Grandma" also seems appropriate when trying to convince one's parents to take the child for a day so mommy and daddy can nap. I also enjoy the footies that look like cleats on one of the "Team Mommy" selections.
4. "Rookie of the Year." I was hoping Owen would arrive before the first of the year to give us the appropriate tax break on our upcoming return. Alas. Not only that, his "rookie of the year 2011" jammies are suddenly outdated. He'll have to settle for "Baby MVP" in 2012.
5. Iron Bowl. I have family in the state of Alabama who sent us outfits representing both of the big rivals down south: Alabama and Auburn. Given that mom and dad are impartial, I suppose Alabama will have to get dibs, since that they are the reigning national champion and all. A much tougher decision will take place when we decide whether to dress Owen in Brewers or Tigers gear, given that we fall on opposite sides of the Prince Fielder Career Arc. You all know what my choice would be.
6. "Future Quarterback." Only because "future offensive lineman" was unavailable. But at 8 pounds, 11 ounces, I'm already saying he's going to make his living on the line or in the linebacking corps.
7. "Go Cubs!" Seriously, someone gave us this outfit, a hilarious attempt at being hilarious. They aren't invited to Owen's first birthday party.
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