As for Collin's birthday wishes...he had three. He wanted a two-wheel bike. He wanted to go camping. And he wanted to plant a garden. Collin has been saving seeds from every fruit he eats, impatiently waiting to plant them.Dad had the great idea of giving Collin his first sleeping bag. We added some marshmallows and promised to take him camping as soon as possible. Mom gifted some gardening tools, gloves, a watering can, and a plethora of seeds. And thanks to Dad, three raised garden beds appeared in our backyard that very morning much to Collin's surprise. We planted seeds that afternoon.
Collin's gift to himself was a two-wheel bike. It took him four years to save $23.35, but he made his first purchase and hasn't regretted it. He rides that bike every day.
But probably the best birthday present of all, was a visit from Collin's grandparents. He loves them very much and misses them already. Thanks to all for making this a fun and memorable day for Collin!
2 comments:
Wow what an amazing thing to save up money with Collin teaching him such an important thing about saving, post poning grattification, and working hard for something, all at such a young age, I will tell Milly that to inspire her. Special birthday presents! Love Collins anticipation to grow things, wonder who inspired him with that? ;) wink, and love Merritt's garden surprise. We are starting our first garden this year too, kind of exciting. Happy harvesting! Collin looks a ton like Merritt in this pic by the way.
It took four years to save 23 bucks?!!
I thought my salary was bad.
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