It was all planned out. Our day usually is.
We were to go to the gym, get our haircuts, run home to get some lunch, then go to gymnastics. After nap, probably just play.
Did it go that way? Not at all, and that is what made it so special.
The gym went fine, and we got out of there rushed and ready for our haircuts. Well, hurry up and wait. When we arrived at the salon, Kristen was not there yet, and the owner gave me a cup of coffee and Tatum a big piece of paper to draw and write on. After about 15 minutes, we needed to find many activities to keep her busy. We exhausted the magazines, went through my bag of toys, and chatted with the staff. Finally 35 minutes later, Kristen showed only to have another appointment in 15 minutes. Luckily, Tatum got her haircut first, and I got a quick 15 minute cut which is usually one hour. However, Kristen gave me full ear and we dished about our lives. It was needed. Tot sat on my lap, and enjoyed every minute. At one point, I had tears and she stuck her little ring in my mouth as to soothe me. Ha!
So, as we sat there, we found out gymnastics was full, so that went out the window. Man, she was so upset, so I needed to make up for it. What was left to do was….up in the air! As we drove home, I made a quick U’turn and stopped at the duckies. It was time..yes, to feed those little critters. So what if it was 114 degrees out! We soaked it up.
When we got home, she and I enjoyed “something different” for lunch, which is the usual request. Turkey rollups with cilantro and tomatoes…and then upstairs. Finally, I sat on her rocking chair as she played, and next thing you know it, we read for 45 minutes!
It was one of those days where the plans of no plans or plans changing turned out to be the best plans!
After nap, we plopped at the table, and we both drew pictures. She wanted me to draw her babies, so I took the challenge. We also wanted to go swimming since she got her new “gobbles” in the mail! But…115 degrees. 
We dished about the day, told penguin stories, jumped up and down, played ball, threw the ball, and played with Coti.
“I love you mommy! See you in the morning!” This is how my day ended. The best plan was this unplanned day.