Addie and Mommy Date

Addie redeemed her 'Lunch with Mommy' date this past week. Part of the agreement is that she gets to choose where we go. She had thrown out quite a few different ideas, so I was a bit surprised when she settled on Hy-Vee (the local grocery store with a cafe). When we got there, she requested a slice of pizza and some watermelon. I got her those things and went through the salad bar for myself.

We went back to a booth by the window to sit down. I arranged her plate across from mine when she piped up and told me she wanted to sit by me. I reassured her that we were. I would sit right across the table from her. She then told me that 'by me' means on the same side of the table. I felt a little awkward, but not enough to not to do it! I figured this stage won't last forever and I will cherish it while I can get it. I happily sat right by this little lady:

She was such a fun (and cheap) date that I surprised her at the end by taking her to Orange Leaf - a family favorite - self-serve yoghurt place. She was very pleased. A very successful Mommy - Daughter date!