Just because

We all have those days. You know the ones where you feel like you spend more time in your car running errands, than you do standing on solid ground. Where it takes every ounce of patience you have driving through traffic so the little one in your backseat doesn't learn a few (a-hem) choice words. Today was no exception in this household. After a morning filled with tired (albeit fun) middle schoolers, it was off to grab Aiden, enjoy a short lunch with my mom and sister, and then off to run what felt like a thousand errands. I have to admit I hate days like this. It's hot outside, Aiden (God bless him) only has so much patience when he has to play passenger at the store, in the car, in offices, etc., and quite frankly I just want to be able to enjoy my time off with my little one as much as he does. Upon reaching our almost final destination of Whole Foods, Aiden and I lamented about how thirsty we were and decided a nice cool drink from the refrigerated section would be in order. As we parked and ran through the list of things we would be getting our conversation went as follows:
Me: Alright, we know everything we need to get right?
Aiden: Right! Oh! And we need to get you some flowers.
Me: Some flowers? What for baby?
Aiden: Because you've been so nice to me all day Mommy.
Me: (((Silence))) Aiden you are a sweetie pie.
As we walked through the parking lot we talked about the possible samples he would get to choose from for little tid bits until his snack was purchased. However, the second we walked into the store Aiden b-lined it, straight for the flower section in which he picked up a beautiful bouquet of flowers. He then peered up with that sweet smile and asked "Can I get these ones for you?" The lady behind the flower table laughed and asked how one could say no to that. It's real simple, I didn't. As it turns out "Just because" presents and surprises are both one of my favorite things to give and to get. Love this kid.