For the past two days, there have been a crew of men in the front part of our house painting (and I’m LOVING the new colors…darker versions of the old ones). Having hung around most of yesterday morning, I decided we should get out for a while today. I needed a few things at Target plus we had a couple “free kids meals” coupons for Chili’s. Aiden still had some Easter money to spend so we goofed around in the toy aisle for a bit. In a moment of weakness, I purchased some Nerf darts and clips that go with a gun Logan recently bought (with his Easter money…against my will…because daddy thinks Nerf is awesome). Annnnnyway, the set was 50% off and they lose those foam dart things so quick, I figured it was worth it. After picking it up and declaring that I, magnanimous mother that I am, was going to purchase the set, “for the house”, I received the following praise from Logan, “you’re the best best best besssssssst best mom ever!” While that’s a great thing to hear, it’s not always encouraging to know that he super loves me when I buy him stuff…like ammo…but whatever.

Later, as we were walking towards the check out, he continued with the adoration and said, “mommy…on my word, I promise you can have 10 whole minutes just to yourself today”

wow…that’s (sniff) all I ever ask for!