Yesterday Bella and I had such a special day together. Caleigh had school, Bella is off this week. So, Bel and I had a little day together. After we dropped Cal off at her school, I asked Bella what she wanted to do . She asked, "You mean, it'll be just you and me?" You bet Bella. She said, "Eat in a restaurant and ride bikes at the park." So..thats what we did.
We went to Americana in Del Mar-a quaint little restaurant for breakfast. I taught Bella how to pour the cream in my coffee and a bit of sugar. Very carefully she stirred the coffee with my spoon. For some reason, this was such a treat for Bella. (although I think I had like 4 cups of coffee!) I had no snacks, no toys....just us. After breakfast we got out her bike and rode around. We rode to Powerhouse Park and we just played. We just were really "present" in the moment and enjoyed each other. I taught her to use my camera and she had so much fun taking pictures. After the park, we only had a little time left...I needed to get my eyebrows waxed...so I brought her with me. This was absolutely fascinating to my little 3 year old. She was laying on me while I layed on the table. Quite a sight I am sure.
As I was tucking Bella in bed, we were reminiscing about the day. Bella thanked me for teaching her how to make coffee. Then she turned to me and hugged me so very tightly...and looked right in my eyes and told me, "your eyeballs look really pretty mommy". (I was like what, eyeballs..ohhhh...the eyebrow waxing).
Being a mom isn't always the most glamorous job, but today...it was.
That is so sweet, what a wonderful day! I love the picture of the two of you.
ReplyDeleteMegan, that was so awesome to read! Bella is so lucky to have such a loving and fun mother! You will cherish that day forever just as she will also! I wish more mom's were like you in this world - i think we would have more peace everywhere! You deserve SD Mom of the Year award! Jeff
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