Ryan’s babysitter needed a day off yesterday to attend to some family matters. As such I took the day off from work and looked after him myself. We had a great day of fun. Well, for me at least it was very satisfying. And from the look on his face and all that he got to do, I think he enjoyed himself very much too.
I first brought him out to run some errands and while at it bumped into a new friend. She wasn’t sure enough to say that Ryan is my son so she hesitantly asked who he is. When I responded that he’s my son, she said I can tell people he’s my brother! Haha…that was certainly a nice compliment if I take it positively.
After that we went to lunch and instead of eating his usual meal of porridge, he was served a plate of salmon in cream sauce with potatoes and broccoli. He sure enjoyed the meal. After that off we went to play. He got to ride on some kiddie rides, a mini car that’s on remote control, an indoor playground and finally we stopped at McDonald’s for tea break.
He got his Happy Meal with a toy to add to his collection. He enjoyed his drink of Ribena and some french fries. Not very healthy, huh? But he sure was happy! We left for home and he was so tired that he fell asleep in the car not long after I got us on the road heading home. He slept for slightly more than 2 hours and when he got up he was in a very happy mood.
We went out for a quick dinner and just before heading home, he was eyeing the Baskin Robbins outlet so longingly that the daddy decided to get a small scoop to share with him. He was happy with just a few small spoonfuls and continued to watch Barney on the way home.
He played a little more before bedtime and after his bottle of milk, off he dozed to Happy La-La Land. I just did a quick check on him a while ago and I don’t know if it’s my imagination, but I thought I saw a very contented looking little boy in deep slumber.
We sure had an awesome day together. We played and laughed so much that I was sure my fine lines were showing! Erm…time for some of those wrinkle treatments or creams if I want to keep those compliments coming! Yeah, yeah I’m still a vain pot at heart!
I want more days like this. I’m getting so hooked on Ryan that I just can’t get enough although he can be naughty and stubborn sometimes. I still enjoy time with him too much to mind his behaviour.
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Envy you
I have never tried taking Hayley out on my own. Scared la. I need my other half with me in case she misbehaves. After reading your post, I am determined to give it a try
I just did this for the 1st time myself!
It really was very nice. Now you have a try 
I need my other half with me in case she misbehaves. After reading your post