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Remembrance Day at the Tot Lot
Thomas at the Tot Lot
Today was my second day off in a mid-week, weekend — if that makes sense? Of course, that means I’m working the coming Saturday 
It’s been a rainy past few days as Vancouver’s fall weather has really set in. But, we got a sunny break in the clouds around noon so Alex and I took Thomas out on his trike to the the Tot Lot for some fresh air and a chance for him to burn off some steam before his afternoon nap.
At about 17 months, the little guy is a non-stop fountain of energy! Any outdoor time makes life a little bit easier. Thomas was wet on the knees and covered in wood bits from crawling around — shocker!
We took a short walk after playing for a while, checked out the Sev for Dr. Pepper Slurpees, but they didn’t have the flavour. They’re quite possibly the best beverage out there. Next time.
Shortly after getting home, T-Bone went down for a sold hour and a half nap.
Mission accomplished.
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