Happy Camper

Today was a big day for Ollie. He went on is first overnight camping trip/tractor show with Grandma and Grandpa. Even though he had no way of understanding what a great day he had ahead of him, Ollie started off the day with a smile. After a quick breakfast he dressed in his John Deere gear,

bragged to Harry while saying goodbye,

and headed outside to wait for Grandma and Grandpa.

Is that them coming?

Did you say Grandpa's bringing the Gator?

And there will be lots of tractors there?

Finally they arrived. "Come on Ollie, let's go!"

What I can't ride the Gator NOW?

Okay, if you promise I can ride it later.

Let's do it to it!

Next, I smothered him with kisses, warned him that he better behave, and closed the door all without even one tear from Ollie or me.

But I'll admit that as they drove away I choked up a little bit.

I managed to only call Ollie 4 times today and every time he seemed so happy. Of course I was extremely busy working, getting Daddy's Father's Day gift, and taking care of Harry, but still 4 times shows serious restraint.

Harry and I were too excited to wait until Sunday to give Daddy his gift, so we worked together to get it set up. Thanks to Poppy, Jill, and Jordan for helping me lift and assemble all 42" of the new TV. I know it's hard to believe, but yes my tight ass bought a TV. Once Daddy got home he was thrilled with the TV and couldn't wait to hang it on the wall.

Thankfully we had the TV project to occupy us because the house was sure quiet without Ollie running around. Of course it was also fun being able to pay exclusive attention to Harry, but he was so sleepy after spending the morning/early afternoon with Grammie that he was ready for bed by 8:30. Oh well, we're getting up early to head to Indiana to meet up with Ollie, Grandma, and Grandpa anyway. Off to bed.