Jim’s Halloween Costume Pick: Poop Artist

As a parent, my goal is to encourage my child in whatever endeavor she pursues. At this point in her life, she’s just beginning to discover her creative talents. I’m sure finger painting is just around the corner, but for now she has totally mastered the art of pooping. So this Halloween, I want to get her an outfit that reflects her inner artist — an outfit that projects her creative voice, because her real voice can only handle “oooaagbbbaa” for the moment. Baby steps…

Everybody knows you can’t be an artist without the requisite beret. So, a baby beret is in order. This one combines just enough art school snob, and “OMG so cute!” to kick off this ensemble with a pop. And speaking of pop, all the cool babies are keenly aware of cultural icons from their parents’ generation, right? What better way to express that you’re totally in the know than to sport a bib that pays tribute to 80’s pop artist Keith Haring. This “Radiant Baby” smock bib does double duty as homage to pop art giants and a catch-all for all the dribbles and spills throughout the day. Win-win. Why do artists all wear pantaloons? I have no idea. At least I found some cute pink ones. And in chenille, too. To do your best work, you have to be comfortable. Heck, I’d wear chenille pants if I could get away with it at the office. Also comfortable are these booties I found. Yes, they say “I love Dad.” Because who’s paying for art school again?

Finally, my little artist is really lucky. Whereas other artists need a studio in which to work, poop artists are truly mobile. With her Huggies Little Movers diaper on at all times, she can feel free to move around unfettered throughout the day, and whenever inspiration hits? Well, her canvas is right where she needs it.

- Jim, Busy Dad Blog