Inspector Gadget

It has occurred to me recently that if I could have any type of super power or special power, it would be to have a "Go-Go Gadget Arm." If you are a child of the 80's then you know who Inspector Gadget is and how he used his "Go- Go Gadget Arm" to solve any situation. With three kids, I drive a mini-van (which I swore against at one point in my life), and inevitably while driving down the road, I am requested to try to reach around and pick up the dropped Lego, pacifier, or drink. Since my third child, I have developed back issues- wonder why? I have had many a conversation with the kids about how mommy needs to pay attention to the road and keep her hands on the wheel. Only to get a smart remark about- "Then why are you holding your coffee or your phone?" The point is that I am not capable of reaching my arm around and picking up whatever it is you need off of the floorboard in the car. Now, if I were Inspector Gadget, then yes, I'd be glad to shoot my "Go-Go Gadget Arm" out to help you.

I've also discovered that it's not just the car where it would be useful. This arm would be a salvation for digging out objects that fall behind the washing machine or behind the sofa. Better yet, it would be awesome to use when I get down on my stomach to scrape for paci's, or as we call them "Baps," under the crib. Recently, my husband has also declared he has shoulder problems. No doubt. I believe him. As a parent, you know you are going to be tired beyond comprehension. You know as a woman your body will never be the same, and it's all worth it, but no one tells you that it would be fabulous to have an arm extension.