I have had a really great day today. The weather was overcast, but warm enough to be outdoors without a jacket. I got to sleep in. The kids were good, for the most part.
This morning The Girl got invited to her friend’s house for a playdate. I took her over there, with The Boy in tow, with the intention of leaving The Girl, and taking The Boy to the store with me. Well, we also found out today that this particular friend and her family are moving to New York in a few short weeks, so I couldn’t bring myself to leave right away. I chatted with the friend’s mom (who happens to be the first friend I made when we moved out here…sniff) for a while, and then went to the store, came back, and chatted some more. It’s amazing that, even though I’ve known this family for less than a year, I am really going to miss them. They will always hold a special place in my heart as the ones who made us feel like we belong here. Thanks Carissa and Ernie! I wish you well on your new adventure!
After coming home, we just had a nice relaxing evening of cartoons, crafts, and turkey burgers. There was one meltdown when The Boy realized (5 hours later, mind you) that he didn’t get to go to the store with me. He cried for over an hour. I gave him the choice of coming with me or staying to play, and he wanted to play! I felt terrible though. But, he cheered up once I drew a smiley face on his burger bun with ketchup and mustard.
Now the kids are in bed, and I have a few things to do before I hit the hay. I hope tomorrow is half as good as today was.
Two Working Parents 
Nothing beats a ketchup smiley face!