I’ve been on break the last week, staying home with the family to relax a bit and help with pottytraining. That’s why the blog has been so quiet lately. But now I’m back at the grindstone, which means I should be able to post more frequent updates.

One of my most interesting accomplishments during the break, other than not getting peed on (I don’t think), is applying to be a contestant on ABC’s hit game show called Wipeout. In case you haven’t seen it, Wipeout sends contestants through four wacky obstacle courses as they compete for $50,000. As they go, the hosts provide commentary that’s one of the best parts of the show. Just watch it. You’ll understand.

Jenny and I discovered Wipeout right after Brenden was born. We are big fans of other obstacle-course shows like Ninja Warrior and MXC, so we gave Wipeout a try and rolled with laughter. Unfortunately, Jenny’s c-section incision didn’t really appreciate the show’s humor, but she was having so much fun that we kept watching anyway. After that, we were hooked.

I filled out an online application and now must wait for a phone call that would invite me to LA for an interview. I have no idea what my odds are, but surely thousands of people have applied already for Season 4, which airs next summer. If I do manage to get picked for the show, I would spend a week in California for taping at some point this fall or next spring.

To wish me well, the correct lingo is “Good luck, and big balls.” You’ll understand once you watch the show. =)