When my little man opened his scroll from the Advent gnome yesterday he found a little note inviting him to a lunch date with me. Little did I know when I wrote the note that our morning plans for our weekly nature adventure with friends would fall apart, leaving Reece and I hitting the trails on our own.
We spent the morning at a local trail, catching water drops as they fell from branches, wandering, listening...it was so quiet, and just enjoying the peace. At times he held my hand, and I held his, as we chatted away, him asking many questions about animals and nature, and me just listening and smiling at his curiosity. We returned to the car a little wet, and hungry and headed out for our lunch date to one of our favourite spots. The food was good, and the company even better.
I honestly could not have planned this day better, and while I was disappointed when our friends couldn't make it for our nature adventure, what I received in return was a joy filled day with my little man. Really, it was the best gift a mama could ask for.
Sounds like a perfect day to me!
ReplyDeleteIt definitely was. One that has made me smile many times today.
DeleteIt is these kind of moments that make such lovely and lasting memories, how blessed that you were able to enjoy this gift Kim. Blessings to you,
ReplyDeleteThank you Mari, it is definitely a day I won't forget. xo
DeleteI love how plans change and evolve and while it doesn't meet our expectations they can at times exceed them!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a perfect day...and savor these sweet moments when your boy still holds your hand!
ReplyDeleteOh I will Andrea, I know there will come a day when he won't want to hold my hand. I hope it doesn't happen too soon, but for now I hold on tight.
DeleteA lovely day. The best memories are the ones that we don't plan :)
ReplyDeleteSo true. xo
DeleteIt sounds just lovely... I'm happy you both had such a wonderful time. <3
ReplyDeleteThanks Yanic.
Deleteahh, it was meant to be a day for two. so lovely.
ReplyDeletei keep meaning to head out, but woolly throws and books entice us to stay in ;)
Totally meant to be.
DeleteThose things will entice us soon, when it gets a little colder, and old man winter is blowing his cold winter winds :)
i so glad you and Reece got to enjoy your day together. Sons make wonderful dates for us moms !!!
ReplyDeleteThey do! It is always such a treat when we have a little "date".
DeleteIt sounds like a wonderful date Kim and I am so happy for you and Reece. My Alex and I have a date planned for this weekend and I am looking forward to it. Mama-son dates are the best!
ReplyDeleteI agree Tracey, they are the best! Enjoy your date with Alex.
Deleteone on one time is the best
ReplyDeleteIt is!
DeleteWonderful Kim! Thanks for inspiring! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Tiffany!
DeleteI alawys love it when disappointed by plans falling apart what comes out of it is even better! Sounds like a perfect day ;)
ReplyDeleteI love it too, especially when it turns into a day like this one :)
DeleteI hope that he will want to go on mama date for very long time! :)
ReplyDeleteMe too KC, me too :)
DeleteSounds a perfect day, wishing you lots more over the holiday period.
ReplyDeleteIt really was perfect, and simple. I am sure we will have many more days just like this one this week.
Deletebeautiful thoughts... you have a wonderful heart kim :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Jenny. xo
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