Mother's Day with a toddler is an interesting experience. We have all been sick with some nasty virus that drags you down with a sore throat and achy body, and in Sam's case, a high fever. She napped part of the day and I got to nap with her because Matt took Ella to the park. I also don't have to do laundry this week because Matt did that too. I think those two things were my favorite Mom's day gifts. We went out and bought the MacClaren stroller that I had lusted after, and it is really cool. It doesn't fit our standard diaper bag, but it is very light and I can manage bag, stroller and Sam without too much trouble at all. A pretty special day. I was sad for parts of it because I can't help but miss Emily, but Matt had those special bear hugs handy and he somehow knew just when to apply them. I imagine because he missed her too,.

Today I had to go to the doctor's office and I left Samantha with Matt to shop with Ellen. Dangerous combination. He came back with this gorgeous taffeta dress that cost more than I would ever consider paying for a dress, even at 70 percent off. It is gorgeous and I love it. Samantha was exhausted from her experience and is now having a much needed full-fledged nap.