January 9 A day with Erin

Friday:  Erin is ALMOST better, but her cough is hanging on and she is still a little bit under the weather. Rather than risk her going to school today, her folks felt it best that she take one more day to recover; so I went over to their house to watch over her while her folks were working.

We did some reading together--I brought three good books with me--the large kind with beautiful illustrations. We read one about Queen Esther, another one about a little lamb (a true story!), and another book that was actually a rather elaborate pop-up book about the birth of Jesus.

In-between reading books, we played some number games on my phone or watched short "reels" of animals and babies that were very funny. We also spent about 30 minutes cuddling and resting together. I don't think either of us actually fell asleep, but it sure was peaceful just sitting on the couch together and being quiet.

This little snowman (above) was made by Cal. Erin told me he made it all by himself! I think it came in a kit of some kind--but isn't it cute? Erin and I also found a lonely little reindeer finger puppet sitting inside a box on the floor of their kitchen, and we played with him for awhile when Erin was eating her grilled cheese sandwich for lunch. We named the finger puppet "DONNER" because ... he did not have a red nose, so he could not be RUDOLPH. 

This is Erin eating an ice cube, one of many she consumed while I was there today. I think it was soothing on her lips and throat; but it would take a whole lot more than a sore throat and chapped lips for ME to suck on an ice cube in this cold weather! Erin has a natural warmth to her body (like her mom), so she isn't often cold.

After Brendan came home from school, he demonstrated his brand new popcorn maker and popped up a batch for everyone to enjoy. Isn't it cool? I love these pictures of you, Brendan!

Aidan and Cal came home from school at their usual time. Aidan went over to a friend's house (just a few houses down from theirs), and Cal took his "screen time" turn. I didn't see much of either of the boys today!

I think Erin is finally on the mend. She did really well today. I am glad I was able to spend the day with her. She is a very engaging person--not at all difficult to connect with--she is super conversational! 

I am very thankful to be a grandma today!