My Boy

In late August, I was fortunate to get to spend over 24 hours alone with Isaac. We titled our day Isaac & Mommy's Excellent Adventure, and did our best to make sure it was an adventure. I made up clues the night before so that Isaac would have to figure out what was next throughout the day. We started out with an early morning mystery run that ended with breakfast at Petit Chat, the bakery down the street. We then went to Other Mothers (one of his two requests for the day!) and scored an entire fall wardrobe for him on store credit. He was excited to pick out "new" clothes, which is a good thing since he has now outgrown all of the hand-me-downs we've had from generous friends. We spent a little low-key time playing at home and then his buddies Adam & Colin introduced him to the Fish Hatchery, where we all shared a picnic lunch. The highlight for the boys was, of course, feeding the fish & watching them fight over the food. After his rest time we removed one of the swings on the swingset so that he could try out the trapeze & rings, which quickly became his new favorite part of the set. A few good friends came over for a Papa Murphy's dinner and a chance to be a part of Isaac's adventure. We ended our day out at Eric's. He was still in Scotland with his kids, but let me know Isaac & I could go tromp around out there (Isaac's send request for our day), which was a fabulous finale to our adventure.



Checking out the fish with his buddies

Upside down or right-side up this kid is a bundle of energy!

Laughing with Kyle

Tickle war with Coco

I told you he is strong!

Look at those muscles

He could swing for hours out there

Our self-portrait


Isaac Justice, I thoroughly enjoyed our adventure! You are a joy and a delight. You challenge me to be a more intentional mother, you play hard, you make me laugh, and your sharp mind continues to amaze me. I love you, buddy.