James was off to spend the day with Grandma Lindsey and Grandad Lawrie today. Grandma arrived nice and early to collect James who was still in his pyjamas – what an adventure! Megan and I got Genevieve ready to face the day, and then Megan set off with Genevieve for the school run.
This part is written by Grandad Lawrie.
Hot chocolate as part of breakfast has become what’s expected, and Grandma Lindsey has now enhanced the experience and made it even more splendid with the introduction of a long-handled spoon. Simple things often give the most pleasure!
James was keen to play ‘Tummy Ache’ after breakfast, and we were not sure if his request was based on him having had too much hot chocolate or on a genuine interest in playing the game! However, as he appeared not to be suffering from any stomach pains, and because ‘Tummy Ache’ is an old favourite, we decided he just enjoys the game. And he certainly did that.
The marble run was then presented to James, again at his request, with a structure soon made that was as tall as he is. It was no mean feat to ensure that James did not push it over before the marbles made their very noisy descent. However, we discovered a long time ago that James enjoys destruction as much as he does construction and it was not long, therefore, before the marble run was in pieces on the carpet.
Playing on the Wii has become a James Smith favourite. So after the ubiquitous jam sandwich for lunch it was out with the Wii, followed by the usual discussion about what games are suitable for and in the skill range of a four year old. A fairly harmonious agreement was reached and it was agreed that he could play tennis, boxing, sword fighting and golf.
He decided after a short period of time that boxing was not really his thing – too many punches received to the head! He enjoyed the sword fighting and knocking his opponents off of the platform. His tennis showed great improvement and he was very pleased with himself when he won his first ever set.
But, it was golf that he excelled at. He drove, chipped and putted like a professional four-year-old, and only stopped when he was promised that he could play golf again on another day. Great Grandad Jim would have been very proud of him.
During the day, Megan made phone calls to her pupils and then went to school for a few hours. I worked for the morning and then had to go for yet another nap. I’d just like to get through a day without feeling so exhausted, but unfortunately I’m not there yet.
Before we knew it, the day had progressed and it was time for the children to reappear. Grandma Lindsey had an appointment at the hairdresser’s so James was dropped off while Megan was collecting Genevieve from school. I’m afraid that there were no particular shenanigans to note between that point and putting the little darlings to bed.
With the kids in bed, Megan ventured out for a run with one of her “This Mum Runs” friends. In spite of the heat, they managed an impressive 6km and Megan was back home before the sun was even close to setting. Very impressive work!
Another day in semi-lockdown done, so we’re one day closer to normality. Hurrah!
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Dare I let James know we have a WII as well?
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