We haven't made a lot of progress on distributing the chores, though they are genereally getting done. There have been a lot of changes to schoo and work scedules (mostly S18), I hope that once things are settled out we can add to the routine!
Yes, you are right, a smile, and eye contact would be a good first step. I also think that I will get my eyes sugically stabilized, so that they can't roll!