how to entertain several small children on a cold and rainy day...

# 1- a big brother is very helpful, but not strictly and absolutely necessary.

# 2~ ceiling fan. (this is required)

#3~ toilet paper. (although string or yarn will work equally as well)

#4~ tape the toilet paper onto the fan. turn on the fan, and encourage the rambunctious small children in their attempts to catch the whirling cyclone.

#5~ nap time will soon follow, much to the relief of the mother and said older brother.