Ah, the play date. That sacred time when baby is occupied and mom gets to have a conversation with a grown up. Max and I rarely pass up a play date. During our first few, Max played on the floor right next to his little friend, completely oblivious to his or her presence. Now, though, it's a whole new game. Max, the perpetual charmer, chats and smiles and give's high-fives. I love it!
Today's play date was special. Max got the rare opportunity to play with another handsome little boy with Down syndrome, which meant that I got to chat for 2 whole hours with another mom who...well, who gets it. I have to admit, though, at first it looked a little iffy. Both boys seemed nervous and uncomfortable. Max demonstrated a rare moment of separation anxiety while I installed a gate (or tried to install a gate--a virtually impossible task in a house without 90 degree angles). It looked like our little date might be a bust, and then in a flash of genius, I suggested a snack. There is nothing like sharing a meal together. And it worked! A few dips into the snack bowl, and the boys were as happy as could be. And that left us moms time to chat.
Can't wait to do it again.
PS--Photos would be an awesome addition to this post, I know, but it just wasn't in the cards today. There will be future photos, however, so keep checking!
Today's play date was special. Max got the rare opportunity to play with another handsome little boy with Down syndrome, which meant that I got to chat for 2 whole hours with another mom who...well, who gets it. I have to admit, though, at first it looked a little iffy. Both boys seemed nervous and uncomfortable. Max demonstrated a rare moment of separation anxiety while I installed a gate (or tried to install a gate--a virtually impossible task in a house without 90 degree angles). It looked like our little date might be a bust, and then in a flash of genius, I suggested a snack. There is nothing like sharing a meal together. And it worked! A few dips into the snack bowl, and the boys were as happy as could be. And that left us moms time to chat.
Can't wait to do it again.
PS--Photos would be an awesome addition to this post, I know, but it just wasn't in the cards today. There will be future photos, however, so keep checking!
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