Lunch Date

I had a lunch date with my 5th grade son, Eric. His teacher has invited parents to come once a month to eat with their kids for a special "Brown Bag" lunch. Eric was very excited to have me come which made me feel so good. He's in place where he still wants kisses from his mother; just not right in front of his friends.

I brought him his favorite meal from Burger King: cheeseburger - plain, king-size fries, and a raspberry ice tea. He was so excited when I walked in his classroom. Not every parent could make it to the lunch and I could see how disappointed those kids were. I am so glad I could be there for my son today. These are the moments that make me so grateful that I am a stay-at-home Mom.

I am so glad that my pre-teen son still lights up when I walk in a room. I realize as he grows up he may roll his eyes rather than light up, but hopefully we'll both remember these times fondly.