My Little Man

You know there are just some days your children really brighten your day with their thoughtfulness for others. Something that we, as adults, may take for granted on a daily basis, unintentionally.

Well this weekend, Matt went with my dad to help remove a washer and dryer out of my grandma's house so the Menards people could install her new ones today. So this left Caleb and I at home and it makes me very happy that he wanted to stay home with me so I thought why not take him to McDonald's to eat lunch and just hang out. He still has that $5 G.C. his Grandma Susan and Grandpa Tom got him for Valentine's Day. I thought this would be a great opportunity for us to get out of the house and hang out a bit.

I suggest my thoughts on the afternoon and to my serious surprise....

Caleb says:
No thanks mom, I rather stay here at home and eat something.
Me:
Really?!? Why not?
Caleb:
Ya know mom, Mrs. Pruemer at school told me something I think is very important.
Me:
Oh ya Caleb, What might that be?
Caleb:
She said that if you have a day off you shouldn't go out and make someone else wait on you.
Me:
You really feel this way Caleb?
Caleb:
Ya mom, I just want to stay home and eat here. Then I want to play some basketball with you.
Me:
OK Caleb, how's a bologna sandwich sound with some chips.
Caleb:
Sounds good mom.

Now I can't say that he will feel this way the next time I ask him if he wants McDonald's however I will remember this past Sunday always in my heart. Knowing that my son is very thoughtful and compassionate towards others I know Matt and I haven't failed as parents. Plus I know he's learning something at school.....LOL!

I'm a lucky mom!