Freedom!

Parenthood is not easy.  It certainly isn’t when you’re a single parent.  Therefore, I really appreciate my days off.  I don’t get many obviously, though I do have my afternoons now that The Toddler’s at nursery.  Anyway, I was fortunate enough to have the day off today as my lovely parents were willing to take The Toddler off my hands.  I made good use of the time, going back to Leeds, where I used to live.  I saw my best friend, spent money on things I can’t get here in my little seaside town, and made the potential mistake of buying a tambourine for The Toddler.  I saw it and knew she would love it.  I am certain she shall drive me absolutely insane with it in time though.  Bless her.  She was thrilled when I presented her with it though, which makes the sacrifice of some peace and quiet more bearable.  Yes, parenthood is difficult, but also very rewarding. 

But my moment of madness aside, when my train home stopped in York, I was amazed to see some guy drop his burger on the steps down to the platform, scoop it all back up, put it back together, and then eat it.  Hmm, floor burger.  Yum.

The Toddler had a good day.  Apparently she was on her best behaviour, so my parents have promised to take her off my hands again.  Yay.  Though I now have a bucket of seaweed to do something with.  Hmm.  The Toddler will be miffed if I throw it all out, but it is just a little bit smelly.  Hmm.  Decisions decisions.