Grammy's birthday was yesterday so we took her out for brunch. Since Sam was still with Nana and Papa, it was just Sofie and I. Auntie "She" met us there and came by the house afterwards. Sofie loved playing with her while Sam performed some of her songs. I think Grammy had a good day!
Last Friday Sam found a vase at a garage sale to give Grammy for her birthday. Leslie helped Sam pick some lilacs to put in the vase and then gave it to Grammy to take home. As she was leaving, Sam explained that Grammy should replace the lilacs with fresh ones and made sure she knew how to get to Leslie's house. Grammy said that she would take care of it because there are lilac bushes near her house, but Sam clarified a few times where she could get the blossoms. It was very entertaining to watch!
We capped off the day with a lot of playing outside. I love the weekends because I get my "kid-fix". We set up an obstacle course to dribble the soccer balls through and I was amazed at how well Samantha did... she's pretty good!
A recent change I've noticed in myself is that I'm much more focused on them when I'm around. Sam and I keep talking about teamwork and she is helpful with chores. Sofia's fascination of throwing things on the floor in defiance (or plain old frustration) is no longer being tolerated. I'm trying to teach them that we get more playtime if we all pitch in to help with the stuff that needs to get done in the house. Overall the message seems to be getting through so I have no complaints!
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