Preview for the Grandparents

So, last year I was accused of taking a minimalist approach to my son’s birthday.  I think I’ve made up for it this year.  I do think that I went overboard, especially because these are not the only presents, but this is likely his last year as an “only,” and he really doesn’t get that many “things.” You know that thought that adopted kids should not be showered with gifts?  I really lived that the first year.  I guess I think that phase is over.  The best part is that I got the trike, which I believe is the best. trike. ever., off of my mom’s group for less than 25% of what it was priced at TRUs.  We have over 3000 members or something insane here in SF and everyday we get tons of notices of things for sale.  This beauty was actually something I had considered before I got the train, but I figured I’d wait until Christmas.  A single mom was selling it, new in the box, because (get this) she didn’t want the hassle of putting it together.  Ha – guess she should get a nanny.  AND it only took me 30 minutes.  Love it.

BTW, you should see what Nanny Norma did to Oscar’s room.  So adorable.  Oscar definitely knows something is happening tomorrow.  We’ll Skype you in the morning, Grandma and Grandpa.

Also love the gift ideas – I almost bought the basketball hoop, but was worried he’d be too young.  Now I’m bummed; also sad about the hat and the D*plos.  Oscar so would’ve looked adorable in the hat, and I really want him to be into building things, but alas he’s a destroyer at this phase.  Ended up getting some “educational” toys, which frankly we need around here.  Bonus is that now everything I buy like this gets to be used again!

July 24, 2009 - Posted by Oscar and Etta's mom | Birthdays, Oscar