I remember when I was growing up, my mom would take me to do special things - with just me, not my brother. I really want to be good about doing this with my girls. (As they get old enough to remember it). So, Tuesday when James got off work, Kaitlyn and I hit the road. My cousin Abby was trying out for cheerleader in Midland, so I thought it would be fun to go down a day early, stay in a hotel and just have fun - Kaitlyn style. This particular style included:
* Jamming out to Hannah Montana the entire 2 hours there and back.
* Choosing to eat at McAlisters for dinner. (I may have had a slight influence on this)
* Swimming in the hotel pool until 10:15 pm and then again the next morning.
* Getting to eat chocolate chip cookies and milk in bed before going to sleep.
* Not sleeping at all during the night. Seriously. Every time I woke up the girl was moving around. She was up for good at about 6:15.
* Practicing cheers with Abby before try outs started.
* Lunch at Rosas.
* Going to see "Horton Hears a Who." This was a way cute movie!
* Getting the best shaved ice ever at Bahama Bucks.
Our conversation in the drive thru:
Me: "Kaitlyn, what flavor do you want?:
K: "What kinds do they have?"
M: "They have so many! They will probably have any flavor you want. You just name one and they will probably have it."
long pause.....
K: "Cornbread."
* Crashing in the car on the way home. She was SO tired.
Here are some pics...not in order.
I loved this time with her. She is growing up so fast, but she is still just a little girl. I had a sentimental "moment" the other day. I had taken her to get hot chocolate at Starbucks. I just look over and see her holding her cup with both hands, and I noticed that she still has little dimples where her knuckles will be. I totally started bawling. Poor girl thinks there is something wrong with her hands now. I had to explain that one.
14 comments:
What an awesome trip!! Every kid should get times like this. I think a cornbread snowcone is an awesome idea. It would go great with the bean-flavored one. Kaitlyn cracks me up!
You are such a great mom and so grown up!
I love the pics!
You are such an awesome mommy, Leslie. What a fun girl's trip....and your hair is super cute! How did James survive the night with Cora and Claire- he is one brave man.
What a great idea! I bet Kaitlyn loved it.
What a neat idea! You are definitely the coolest mom.
How fun! I will definitely have to remember this idea...you're so awesome! I laughed OUT LOUD about the cornbread! Bread lover? And..CUTE hair!
Mom took you on trips without me?? What the heck?! You're so the favorite!
That is great! Such a good idea!!!
that is the BEST idea! what sweet memories you are starting with your girl. i know there will be many more to come!
The cornbread snowcone made me crack up! Love that girl! What a fun trip with mom. Great memories you are making with her. I LOVE your hair! Very flattering!
I love this! We have to get together soon. I miss yall so much!
It was a great surprise to see you in big Midland. I hope Abby made the squad. Glad you had a fun trip with Kaitlyn, she sure is cute (and funny)!
Good idea. Your girls will remember that forever!
You are such a great mama! What a gift you give when you take time with just one... a gift for both of you. I love the cornbread comment! Keith and I are both rolling! So funny! M
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