Once in a while, spoiling the grandchildren is a grandparent’s prerogative and today Richard and I indulged ourselves. We spent the day at the Calgary zoo with Drew and spoiled him rotten!

Of course, we enjoyed the animals… the elephants, camels, zebras, giraffes, wallabies and flamingos to name just a few. Drew’s eyes grew big when both the Siberian tiger and the cougar passed in front of him with only a window separating him from them but, without question, it was the little train that impressed him the most so, of course, he had to have a ride!

The carousel was also a big hit as was the chocolate milk at lunch!

Drew was the best little buddy all day. Though he rested in the stroller once in a while, he walked, ran and climbed until his little legs were worn right out but not a whimper was heard! Finally, though, he had had enough!

I’ve always liked overalls, especially on little people. Maybe that’s because I wore them myself at an early age. In those days, however, I called them “weewalls”. I don’t actually remember that but it’s one of those things that parents love to repeat!

Last time I was in Calgary I went shopping for a sewing project. I found a great pattern and some gorgeous corduroy so here’s what I made. They’re a little big at the moment but should fit Jami-Lee perfectly when winter comes.

Could you make a headband to match, Melaina asked when she saw what I was planning. Here’s what I came up with. Thanks for the inspiration, Janis!

Now that I’m back in Calgary, I need to make another trip to the fabric store. Wonder what I’ll come home with this time?