Ayden's Sleepover

Four-year-old Ayden had another sleepover with his Mimi and Bumpa last night. It was a cool fall evening and we shared a warm fire in the fireplace before going indoors to watch a movie. I think Ayden enjoys sleepovers with us because he has the undivided attention of his two doting grandparents and it's a treat to escape the antics of his younger brother. Whatever the reason we're glad he likes to hang out with us. One of Ayden's favorite pastimes is taking a bath in Mimi's bubble tub. After drying his hair and brushing teeth, Ayden delared himself clean and shiney!

Another of Ayden's favorite past-times is driving the golfcart (with a little help from Bumpa). Our neighborhood has several miles of a paved path that winds through forested areas, meadows, and an ancient pecan grove. The path and acres of green space are two reasons why we chose to live here. It's really beautiful year round, but fall is my favorite for taking a ride on the path. Last week we celebrated one year living in our new home.

Like any young inquisitive mind, Ayden enjoys all the wild flowers and bugs (especially the creepy ones) that we encounter on our ride and in the yard. Like this grasshopper that hitched a ride on the windshield...

We almost always end our ride in the 100-year-old pecan grove. This quaint little gazebo would be a great place to curl up with a book.

Sadly our time with Ayden came to an end and he had to go home. But he will return for another sleepover so long as we have fun adventures and a store of cookies. I hope he will fondly remember these times with us just like I recall memories with my grandparents who are long gone. I hope you had an enjoyable weekend!