63 Another Eventful Day (1/2)

After a fulfilling lunch at McDonald's, we head to the car park. Rose was in my arms holding her Happy Meal box and her Topper Rabbit toy.

Rose looked around my shoulder towards the two yellow arches longingly while saying ”I like Mac-donald”

”Hahaha don't worry we'll come again another time,” I said lovingly

”Good” Said Rose while still looking at the yellow arches

We then went shopping again and bought a stuffed Topper Rabbit and a child safety seat. I also got two first aid kits, a small pink blanket, a thermal blanket, 2 big black furry blankets with a solar charger and a fuck ton of snacks.

I'm not crazy, if your family had a thing for taking long car trips then you know the struggle of the car breaking down with no heating or any entertainment.

There something about being stuck on the highway that makes me stupid hungry hence the need for a lot of snacks which will be in my inventory with one of the first aid kits.

I also bought more sketchbooks and pencils. I bought us a tub of vanilla ice cream with spoons and then had Sophie drive us to Vista Hermosa Natural Park.

The park features walking trails, streams, meadows, oak savannahs, picnic grounds, and a nature-themed. I let Rose loose with Icy following her trail like a good pet.

I was holding a cooler with our Ice-cream and drinks inside. On my other hand was Rose's bag filled with extra clothes, a towel, a blanket and another pair of shoes. On my back was a thick bag filled with snacks and helpful tools.

Sophie turned the quite walk into a photo shoot. With every bright and beautiful plant being turned into a backdrop. We were all dragged into her photos which were innocent and honest fun.

I got Sophie to send them to me so that I can later put it into the family album. It was a nice 20-minute walk before we finally reached the picnic area.

I put down the bags. I dig through the backpack and pull out a picnic blanket before laying it on the soft green grass.

I then deployed a small umbrella to give Rose some shade. I opened the cooler pulled out the tub of Vanilla ice cream and then went through Rose bag before retrieving a small green bowl with a small plastic spoon.

I shared the tub with Sophie and Mary while Rose happily licked her spoon clean after every spoonful.

A few minutes later Rose was feeling sleepy so pulled out her blanket and covered her whilst rocking her to bed. Mary looked through Rose's bag and found a small pillow.

I then placed Rose down in the centre with us all watching her quietly suck on her big thumb.

I wasn't worried about her waking up as Rose had the best skill any parent could hope for, heavy sleeper. When sleeping Rose's senses are complete shut her off from the world.

”She's so precious” Said Sophie cheerfully

”She's also very smart,” Said Mary

I nodded my head in complete agreement while also adding ”She's my little Petal after all. About the shop thing earlier I know your intentions were good but please don't spoil her too much with clothes and toys. I have a lot of money but I'm holding myself back in hopes of not turning my sweet Rose into spoiled brat”

Mary and Sophie both immediately apologise.

”I'm not saying I don't appreciate it I just hope you guys can show some restraint when buying things for her,” I said sincerely

They both nod their heads.

”But you know it was really nice coming out like this. Overall I think both Rose and I had a lot of fun. I might have to invite you guys to our next road trip” I said happily

”Well It not like I'm busy so be sure to invite me,” Said Sophie while shrugging

”Same with me,” Said, Mary

”Okay good because Rose has taken an interest in animals and I was thinking of visiting a zoo. I also plan to go on a camping trip you guys up for camping in the woods?” I ask

”A lot of grandpa's hunting adventures led me to camping, so it's nothing new to me,” Said Mary confidently

”I'm good as long as we have a place to bathe” Said Sophie

”It's settled then. How's about after we develop Getting Over It we celebrate with a trip to the Zoo then later on well go camping” I said excitedly

”Getting Over It??” They said in a questioning tone