Playdate Gone RIGHT

I am thrilled to report that we FINALLY had a rockin’ playdate out here with Kim and her kids!! We always enjoy their company, of course, but Dekker is fairly reserved, and doesn’t participate too much. I was a bit nervous for today, since the kids are still pretty exhausted from our weekend away, but they seemed to be anticipating the company.

Dekker: Is Kim comin’?
Me: Yup, they’re driving right now.
Dekker: She’s on the highway?
Me: Yup.
Dekker: Why she’s not in the driveway?

When they did arrive, the kids did their usual. Laela squealed in delight all over the place, pointing at our guests, and Dekker cowered in the corner, asking me to hold his hand. I helped the two older boys get in and kick their shoes off, and they blasted downstairs right away. Kim made her way inside with some treats, her diaper bag, and the baby. We grabbed some coffee and slowly made our way downstairs to see how the kids were playing. It was the usual scene – toys spread everywhere, Laela playing with Kims boys, and Dekker sitting on a chair, watching it all happen.

We did that for a while, but it was soon lunch time, and Kim and I went upstairs to get some chicken strips and veggies. WE laid out a blanket, put their plates on it, and turned on Cars. From there, the fun began!!! Dekker FINALLY started visiting with the boys. He actually initiated a few conversations, which is a big deal for him. From lunch, they began playing, and sharing with each other! At one point, the loudest game in the world broke out, and we thankfully got it on video. Its won’t be on here, as I don’t have the time or desire to load it onto YouTube, but they all just talked and yelled gibberish words at each other. It doesn’t sound like a lot of fun, but they were howling with laughter!!! It was so lovely to watch. There was no fighting, very few misunderstandings, and just lots and lots of play.