Andrew stayed home from school and I took Friday morning off for some ‘Mommy- Andrew time.’ It’s bothered me that I couldn’t remember the last time Andrew and I did some together, just the two of us, that didn’t involve doctor’s appointments. So when I learned that the local fire station was opening it’s doors on Friday morning for my Mom’s group, what better excuse to play hooky together!
Given Andrew’s love of trucks, trains and all things machine, it’s no surprise that he loved the fire station. He was totally captivated by the fireman trying on his uniform, loved climbing in and out of the truck and showed off his own fireman hat and extinguisher when the fireman modeled his (I was storing it in my purse for that very opportunity). When it came time for questions, Andrew promptly raised his hand and asked ‘Do you have a fire dog?!’ He was disappointed to learn there wasn’t a Dalmatian waiting in the wings BUT I was so impressed with him in that moment! 
We rounded out the morning with cookies at the bakery and a trip to the library to pick out new books! I think it was a really special morning for both of us and I can’t wait to for the next ‘Mommy-Andrew morning!’