Our Weekend

We had a pretty busy Saturday, an afternoon birthday party at a Little Gym followed by dinner with 3 two year olds and their parents. Originally that dinner was to take place last weekend but one of the boys was sick so it was postponed. I woke Hunter from his nap early so we could make the 3:30 pm start time of the party (yes, he is still take 3 hour + weekend naps!!) So with all the excitement associated with a birthday party I hurried him back in the car at 5 to get to Favio's house for the playdate/dinner. Favio and Hunter used to be in daycare together but haven't seen each other since Hunter's 2nd birthday party. Haskew, on the other hand is still in daycare with Hunter and they are great buddies. Hunter and Favio played very well together. Then Haskew came and Hunter and he decided quiet play was over. They ran like madmen through the house, dumping toys, jumping from inappropriate locations, and throwing whatever they could get their hands on.

We fed the kids first and then attempted to let them play while we ate. No chance. I suggested we put on a video to try to calm them. Unfortunately, Elmo was what was chosen (doesn't really keep Hunter's attention anymore.) The calm lasted about 15 minutes, during which time Vince (one of the fathers) started talking about what a daredevil Hunter is and reminicing about trips to the park together. Next thing I know the small wooden play kitchen is falling on top of Hunter. The top corner has hit Hunter right above his eye and immediately the swelling and bruising starts. I also notice that the kitchen is now in two pieces. Still through all the chaos Favio is still sitting quietly watching Elmo.

We get some ice and try to stop the swelling, but Hunter will have none of it. "I'm fine, mommy," "I want to go play." Minutes pass before the Hunter/Haskew chaos starts again. It became clear to both sets of parents we have overstayed our welcome. We quickly try to dress Hunter....Haskew's parents didn't even bother with shoes......and we race out of there......Favio still sitting transfixed by Elmo on the sofa. I think Hunter and Haskew together are too much for the indoors.

Good news though, we were able to put the kitchen back together!