…that make the day so cool!
We had no plans for the day, and kind of let the wind take us wherever. We turned out having a terrific day!
We are currently reading “Corduroy”; an activity in BFIAR is to introduce the concept of saving money by introducing a piggy bank. I decided to find a piggy bank or something for the boys. Initially, I was going to go to a crafts store and have the boys decorate a cardboard box to create a bank, but I did not want to travel the distance it would take to get to that particular store.
So, I decided that we'd have an “adventure” and visit a hardware store in a neighboring town. What a “find” that turned out to be. It is not only a hardware store, but also a “variety” store with all sorts of household, garden, toys, etc. I found two beautiful glass jars with red lids on them for the banks. I also found a small cookbook for campfire cooking. the boys planted themselves in the toy section and stayed there while I perused the aisles. It felt like we had gone back in time when a single store had items for everything you need. It was so small town, I loved it.
After that, we walked to a Christian book store. I found a bunch of notecards that will work perfectly for next years MOPS theme. (They have gerbera daisies on them.). I also ordered a book for “A”'s martial arts teacher. I wanted to give him something in appreciation for being such a terrific teacher and role model for the boys.
Continuing along the road, we were getting really hot. I decided we would pop into a cafe I had never noticed before. It was a cafe/used bookstore. It was a funky, eclectic place, with mismatched tables, chairs, silverware, glassware, etc. “A” ended up drinking water out of an etched “Batman” glass. Total coincidence, but he was in heaven. (He's crazy for Batman).
We enjoyed sandwiches on homemade bread and I had a side spinach salad. Perfect for a hot day like today.
After lunch, we walked across the street to the train depot. “Thomas” the train was in town, and we watched families board and get their pictures taken. The boys ride the train every few months and I was so pleased to see that while they enjoyed waving to Thomas and shouting out his name, they did not fuss about going for a ride.
By the time we walked back to the car, we were very hot. I drove to the nearest McD's for some sodas. When we got home, DH said, “let's go and buy our furniture!” (Yay, we scouted a sofa, loveseat, dining room set, and end table last weekend). We could only bring one piece home at a time, or else pay $250.00 for shipping. We decided to bring home one piece and take two cars. But, the boys were coming unhinged (it was late afternoon and very hot still). While DH was taking all the seats out of the van, I turned on the hose and next thing I knew the boys were drenched and having a blast. DH decided to go by himself so the boys could stay cool.
Before DH left, he went into the kitchen. I heard a loud “aaaaarrrgggghhh” coming from him. He came out to the front yard where I was and, smiling, said the kitchen looked different that the last time he saw in 10 minutes earlier. I went to chek it out and this is what I found…(WARNING! Graphic picture ahead. Not for the squeamish…)
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Our precious cat, Chelan, brought a bird into the house and was devouring it! Now, we know he's an excellent hunter, and often brings things to the door as a “gift”, but he never brings items INTO the house, and eats them!
I decided to leave him alone and come back in a few minutes to clean up. But, when I returned, all that was left was what I think was the stomach, and a few feathers! I pray that he ate the rest and did not drag it elsewhere in the house!
I should not have left him alone.
We are going to pitch our tent tonight and sleep outside…
Up until the cat “incident” : ) We have a cat too and she loves to bring us presents as well. Have a great weekend!
~Debbie
What a great day. And what a great hunter you have there. DH had a cat when he was growing up that would catch birds almost mid-air.
DS has recently been VERY interested in saving money. He told me he is going to save up all his money so that he can buy something and so that I won’t have to use my money. Now, how funny is it that he chose Cordoroy to read last night?
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Sounds like a great day (Except fot the bird part! LOL) I love lazy days when we can just enjoy each other. Sounds wonderful!