Yay for Columbus Day!

Today I'm thankful that Columbus found America, because it means I get a very much needed day off from work to spend with my Aidan. The time with him today is even better because Sean and I had a wedding in Tom's River on Saturday so we were away from him until Sunday afternoon. I missed my little guy and had a lot to accomplish today with him. This morning we got up, enjoyed some cartoons and cereal, then got ready for a morning of errand running. First up was a hair cut for the little man. He always sits very well despite wanting to turn and look at all the noises and distractions.

After the haircut we had some books and DVDs to return to the library which were overdue. I'm up to $8.05 so far, and they're still letting me take books out. :) We were running just a few minutes late but Aidan wanted to stay for story time. I'm totally amazed and excited about how much of an increase there was in his participation. He used to want to sit on my lap the entire time and not sing or dance when they did the music portion unless the instruments were involved. This time he went and got his little mat, and stood and clapped and marched along with the rest of the group. He turned to make sure I was there a couple of times, but he was great. He also was excellent at following directions and paying attention while the story was read. What a good little guy. He played on the computer and picked out some books, then we were on our way to lunch before running more errands.

Lunch at McDonald's. Yum. It's soooo bad for you but soooo good. Aidan wanted "chocoloate milkshake, no chicken, fries". So, he got a McNuggets Happy Meal and his latest obsession, a chocolate milkshake. He was quite happy and did eat the chicken even though it wasn't part of his request. I've never seen a kid almost cry because they hadn't put the milkshake on the tray yet until today with Aidan. Next time, I'll order that first!

Once my milkshake lover finished lunch we headed over to Tree Awareness for their $20 porch deal {2 bales of straw, 2 cornstalks, 2 pumpkins}. That was a nice quick stop and Aidan enjoyed picking out the pumpkins. Sean and I are hoping to go on a hayride with him again this year, but we needed something to spruce up outside our front door now. It really looks like Fall now.

Not long after decorating my little guy was out for the count and enjoying his beauty rest. I'm going to start some laundry and enjoy the cool breeze coming in and maybe a little nap as well. Later, it's off to Gap and their 40% off everything sale! I need a few new pieces for work and Sean could use a few new things as well.

My thoughts on life right now:
Days off are always a welcome break.
Aidan is so cool.
Gap better have some good stuff.