Today was the preschool windup! We went to a nearby town and all brought our kids to an indoor play place for a couple of hours. Its a very well known place, yet I have never been, nor taken the kids. It was a new experience, and the place was just BURSTING!
Not only were all three preschool classes together, but parents and younger siblings were also welcome. So I was on the hook for three, and I can honestly say I expected it to be a lot crazier. Only once did Rowan get stuck on the top of the structure and wanted me to come get him. Not to be a total twerp, but I REALLY didn’t want to go climbing up in there, so I asked Laela if she’d help him. She ran to his rescue right away, and they were making good headway until another kid came in and tried to just push him down the levels. Rowan completely freaked out and headed back up to get away from that kid, which seemed justified. Luckily, Laela had gotten him down far enough that I could talk to him from the ground and help coax him down. After that, he stayed and played on the ground level.
Solly spent a good amount of time exploring and running back and forth between me and the structure. He was happy as a clam minus two brief cries he had when he got knocked over. I wasn’t even there for one of them, but another loving mama scooped him up and held him until I came back.
Laela had the most fun, as she should. She was beaming, calling to me from every platform, chasing her friends, and going down slides over and over. I couldn’t convince her to stop for a snack, even. Just water, and only once or twice. She was a ball of sweat and energy!
See? THAT is a girl who has truly enjoyed her morning!! Those cheeks and that hair are a dead giveaway.
I gave the kids a five minute warning, which sometimes works and sometimes doesn’t. I was expecting an absolute meltdown from at least the little boys, but instead, they surprised me, and everyone cooperated and came willingly with me when it was time to go. I got them all buckled, and gave everyone a banana in an effort to keep them awake for the drive home, and I’m happy to say they are ALL sleeping!!! What a fabulous morning they all had. It really shows.
I, on the other hand, really enjoyed the morning as well. I got lots of visiting in with some other preschool moms, and I got to sit and relax my body for a couple of hours. It was definitely a win-win.
Now, I rest, though, because even great outings take energy, and this evening, I’ll head into the city for fresh nails!! I think tomorrow is a commitment-free day??? Correct me if I’m wrong! Or, wait. Don’t. Ignorance is bliss.