Sami's First Solo Outing

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Sami's cowgirl attire was on point. Lots of denim and boots.

Sami and the birthday girl!

Today was the first official day that we let Sami venture off on her own. She was inviting to go horseback riding with one of her friends. For some reason we thought they were going to Griffith Park. Wrong. They were going horseback riding in the city of Norco. At first Mr. A and I were not going to let her go. We felt it was too far and didn't feel comfortable sending her off. Then we agreed she could go if one us of went along with her. Sami ultimately said she didn't want us to go (are we there now?) and just wanted to go with her friend and her family. After speaking with her friend's mom a few times (we had met in person before) I was convinced. The hard part was going to be convincing Mr. A. I knew I'd be getting my ear chewed off but figured I'd take one for the team. Sure enough, I got my ear chewed off but managed to convince Mr. A to let Sami go.

Needless to say Sami ended up having a great time, and the mom kept me updated with pictures and their whereabouts. The girls looked happy and it felt nice knowing we gave Sami some kind of freedom. I know she can get frustrated and I don't blame her. I can be very overbearing with her but I just get scared and paranoid. I told Sami today would be her first test with us letting her venture off on her own; she passed. When they dropped of Sami I thanked the mom, she thanked me, and we both agreed to schedule a playdate soon. Are they still considered playdates if the girls are in 4th grade? Coincidentally both of the girls started new schools this year and don't get to see each other as much. I'm sure this is going to be something special and memorable for both girls.

Guess it's finally time to get a Sami a cell phone, but we'll leave that convo for another day.

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