Pancakes
I've learned to make pancakes all over again. It turns out that Alex's desire to eat pancakes is substantially increased if said pancakes are shaped like elephants, dinosaurs, snakes and kitties. That isn't surprising, I suppose, but somehow I'm surprised to admit that my interest in eating pancakes is increased if they're shaped like elephants, dinosaurs, snakes and kitties.
Of course, in my case I'm sure this is because such artwork leads to thinner pancakes of necessity, thus providing a different consistency and taste. And all that tromping around the table with pancakasaurus is just for his entertainment.
I wish I had taken pictures.