Jude had become very helpful around the house. He is getting to be so big and understand so much that we can give him little jobs around the house. First off he helps us by throwing away all the diapers,(and when you're changing pants and have a cold, naked, hungry baby any help is fabulous) and he takes pride in that job. If you try to throw a diaper away while he is there he gets mad. He makes you get it out so he can throw it away again. He is very helpful with the dishes. He puts away the pots, pans, and larger utensils. He evn puts them away in the right place. Then he will hand me the cups and plates which is a genuine help because I don't have to bend over to grab anything on the lower shelf. He also helps to load the dishwasher although I usually have to rearrange as he can only reach so far till he begins stalking things . 8) He helps to throw clothes in to the washer, then from the washer to the dryer, and when i am vaccuming he is always ready to chipp in and help out. It is so much fun and I know that Jude is feeling a great sense of accomplishment. We always make a big deal to thank him and you can just see it in his eyes that he is happy to be part of what we are doing, even if it is chores.