Fathers and Sons

This past Sunday was Father's Day. As I watched Chris and Aiden together, I realized that there is a unique relationship between a father and his son, that is not the same between fathers and daughters, nor is it the same between mothers and sons.
Aiden seems to see Chris as a mixture of parent, playmate and punching bag. They get along well together, probably because they have the same sense of humor. For example, while Mommy doesn't particularly enjoy water-spitting contests, Daddy is always a willing participant. Aiden knows we play different roles. If he wants to play rough and tumble games, then Daddy's the man, but when he falls down and gets hurt while playing said games, then of course he runs to Mommy.
They also seem to be of the same mentality. By this I mean there is always something of the little boy left inside the big, strong man. Nothing brings out your inner child like playing with your toddler. The video below was taken on Father's Day, and is evidence of what I'm talking about.....enjoy!